Gina Rinehart Donates $60 Million Supporting Australian Olympic Athletes
Gina Rinehart has contributed more than $60 million to Australian Olympic athletes, making her the largest individual benefactor of elite sport in the country.
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No stories have spiked in the past seven days — here are the latest from Townsville.
Resources, Energy Stocks Slide as ASX 200 Drops to 8,806
Local investors in Townsville's resources and energy exposures confront softer equity benchmarks and sliding gold prices despite firmer crude.
Townsville Council's New Flood Rules Reshape Property Development Across Region
New council rules reshape how land is managed around flood-prone areas, with practical effects for property owners, renters and local infrastructure in Townsville.
Townsville Secures Major Funding for Hydrogen, Battery and Landfill Projects
Major funding commitments support hydrogen, battery and landfill initiatives across the city.
Social Connection as Medicine: The Loneliness Epidemic Hitting Townsville Hard
Researchers say chronic loneliness carries health risks comparable to smoking 15 cigarettes a day, and North Queensland's geography and heat are making it worse.
Townsville's Cultural Programs Drive Creative Identity Through Festivals, Gallery Growth
Local festivals and gallery expansions tie ancient themes to North Queensland stories through specific venues and attendance records.
Townsville Fixes Years of Duplicate Data Across Government Records
A creeping problem in the city's digital archives has finally forced a systematic reckoning with years of inconsistent data practices across local government and community organisations.
How Temperature, Light and Noise Affect Your Sleep Quality
Townsville residents face distinct challenges from evening heat, street lighting and waterfront noise that cut into nightly rest.
Townsville Leaders Outline Plan for Hydrogen Hub, Climate Resilience
As the city pursues hydrogen hub status and grapples with climate threats, officials and experts outline a vision for sustainable growth.
Townsville Sleep Clinics Provide Local Sleep Study Options
Facilities in the city handle growing demand for overnight monitoring and assessments.
Townsville Property Auctions Maintain Strong Clearance Rates Amid Buyer Demand
Property auctions across Townsville remain resilient as the city’s market continues to attract owner-occupiers and investors alike.
AI Job Displacement Report and Townsville Defence and Hydrogen Hub Employment
Townsville residents working in RAAF Base operations, James Cook University programs and the proposed hydrogen hub now face projected shifts in roles as a national report identifies higher risks for women and university graduates.