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Local defence technology company secures funding to scale production of low-cost target drones and counter-drone training.
By The Daily Townsville · 26 June 2026 · 1 min read
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New development support policy signals council commitment to attracting investment that benefits the local economy.
By The Daily Townsville · 26 June 2026 · 1 min read
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Milky Lane's move into Townsville joins a wave of retail and hospitality investment as the city attracts brands seeking growth.
By The Daily Townsville · 26 June 2026 · 1 min read
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The state government has backed down on controversial changes to gas mining approvals above critical underground water reserves, marking a policy reset following farmer pressure.
By The Daily Townsville · 26 June 2026 · 1 min read
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Regional landholders celebrate after the state government retreats from controversial changes to agricultural protections over underground water sources.
By The Daily Townsville · 26 June 2026 · 1 min read
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Copper, zinc and lead concentrates from mines in the Mount Isa corridor continue to underpin Port of Townsville's freight business as diversification into new cargoes progresses.
By The Daily Townsville · 26 June 2026 · 2 min read
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A plain-language guide to how North Queensland's largest city values homes and rentals, and the forces that shape demand and affordability over time.
By The Daily Townsville · 26 June 2026 · 5 min read
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A plain guide to what drives the North Queensland capital’s economy, from one of Australia’s largest army bases to its working port, refineries, university and emerging clean energy sector.
By The Daily Townsville · 26 June 2026 · 5 min read
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The Making And Growing New Economy Technologies hub is building an ecosystem for agtech, resources technology and clean energy startups in North Queensland's capital city.
By The Daily Townsville · 25 June 2026 · 2 min read
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The Coral Sea Cable System has transformed Townsville's digital connectivity.
By The Daily Townsville · 24 June 2026 · 2 min read
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The 20-minute Sealink ferry from Townsville to Magnetic Island is one of Australia's most accessible gateway experiences to the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.
By The Daily Townsville · 24 June 2026 · 2 min read
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The Australian Defence Force's presence in Townsville makes it a uniquely military city.
By The Daily Townsville · 23 June 2026 · 2 min read
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Three major military bases make Townsville Australia's most defence-concentrated city outside of Canberra.
By The Daily Townsville · 23 June 2026 · 2 min read
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Australia's largest sugar producing region is adjacent to Townsville.
By The Daily Townsville · 17 June 2026 · 2 min read
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The city is the service hub for a vast north Queensland region rich in resources and agriculture.
By The Daily Townsville · 16 June 2026 · 3 min read
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The cane fields south of Townsville produce some of Australia's largest sugar yields.
By The Daily Townsville · 16 June 2026 · 2 min read
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Defence, agriculture, and tropical research are creating unexpected technology opportunities.
By The Daily Townsville · 16 June 2026 · 2 min read