Group Exercise Classes at Council-Run Facilities: A Guide for Townsville Locals
From Zumba at Riverway to yoga at The Strand, here’s how council-backed programs are helping Townsville get moving in July.
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The Strand: Townsville's Waterfront Transforms into City's Social Heart
The beachside promenade and parkland provides the social heart of the city.
Farmers secure partial win in Queensland gas mining dispute over water source
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.
Townsville Air Conditioning 2026: Ducted and Split System Installation Costs
Townsville air conditioning guide 2026: how much ducted AC and split system installation costs in Townsville, QBCC and ARC licensing, extreme UV and tropical humidity AC requirements for Townsville homes, and how to find a reliable installer near you.
Townsville's Strand Upgrades Draw Evening Crowds to Waterfront
Council-funded changes to The Strand have shifted local routines toward later outdoor time in the cooler months.
How Townsville's Public Image Archive Ended Up Full of Duplicates, and What's Being Done About It
A years-long accumulation of repeated, mismatched and orphaned images in the city's digital records has forced a reckoning with how local government and community organisations manage visual assets.
Townsville Parents Discover Top Family Activities for School Holidays
Townsville parents are turning to established local spots for school-holiday outings that combine learning and movement.
$2.3B Global Funding Transforms Townsville's Coworking and Workspace Economy
As venture capital floods the remote work sector, Townsville's CBD is experiencing a quiet revolution-and savvy entrepreneurs are betting billions that flexible workspaces are the future.
North Queensland Cowboys Transform Townsville Into National Football Identity
The North Queensland Cowboys have given the city a national identity and community anchor.
Townsville's New Downtown VR Showcase Draws Crowds This Week
Residents are lining up for screenings and installations that opened this week across the city centre.
ASX 200 Climbs 0.24% as Global Markets Surge Forward
Where the major indices, gold and currencies landed, and what the moves mean for Townsville investors and super balances.
Townsville Junior Cricket Clubs Welcome Kids With Multiple Formats
Cricket has deep roots in North Queensland and Townsville's junior cricket scene gives children of all ages a welcoming entry point into the summer game.
Townsville Opens 7 Free Outdoor Gyms for Community Fitness
Get fit without the cost at these top outdoor spots in and around Townsville, perfect for a healthy lifestyle
Townsville Hot Water Systems 2026: Costs, Solar Options, Cyclone Compliance
How much does a new hot water system cost in Townsville in 2026? This guide covers hot water system options in north Queensland's tropics, STC Zone 1 rebates, cyclone compliance requirements for solar hot water, Ergon controlled load tariffs, and installation prices.
Federal Funding Reshapes Townsville's Future With New Infrastructure Investment
Canberra shifts focus north as new infrastructure injections and environmental mandates reshape the regional economic outlook.
Discover Townsville's Best Activities: Your Complete Local Guide
An evergreen guide to getting out and about in Townsville.
JCU Research Funding Changes: What Townsville Workers Need to Know
Federal research block grant reforms could reshape James Cook University's capacity to fund postgraduate training and attract researchers to Townsville's job market.
National Emissions Framework Threatens Townsville Jobs, Sparks Renewable Energy Boom
As Australia's climate transition accelerates, Townsville's defence sector, port operations and manufacturing face pressure to cut emissions-bringing both job risks and renewable energy investment opportunities for the region.