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Sep 30, 2026

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San Cisco announce November Townsville show

San Cisco will return to Townsville this November as the Miles Away Regional Tour arrives at The Warehouse.

Healthy habits grow in North Queensland schools

North Queensland schools are among those reached by Pick of the Crop as the healthy eating initiative marks a milestone.

Great Barrier Reef clean-up launches in Townsville

The Great Barrier Reef Clean-up will bring communities together across Queensland throughout October to tackle marine debris.

Townsville Grammar marks 9 years of Sony Camp

Townsville's Sony Foundation camp gave children with disability a break and local families free respite.

Nominations open for Townsville Australia Day Awards

Townsville residents can nominate local community achievers for recognition in the 2027 Australia Day Awards.

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Meet the Team: The People Behind Pippa Colman Family Law’s Townsville Office

Get to know the family lawyers now based in Townsville – their backgrounds, specialties, and the local ties behind Pippa Colman Family Law’s new office.

Free AI and cyber workshop in Townsville

A free Townsville workshop will help small businesses use AI safely, protect data and recognise modern phishing scams.

Townsville ranks eighth among Australia’s best cities for start-ups

Townsville climbed seven places to eighth nationally, strengthening Queensland’s hold on Australia’s start-up business top 10.

Townsville expands city centre clean-up

Townsville Council’s CBD clean-up removed 300 kilograms of waste as part of a wider push to support local business.

Paluma plans a winter community weekend

Paluma will host a bush dance and winter markets across 27 and 28 June, giving locals a cool winter outing.

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Countdown begins for Townsville Tip Off

Lauren Jackson talks Queensland talent, the Opals and World Cup as the Townsville Tip Off nears from 17 to 20 September.

Queensland riders raise Townsville finals stakes

Townsville's Grand Finals will feature a close title fight led by Queensland riders Kurt Shephard and Zane Hall.

Townsville Golf Day aims to top $26,000 for Brighter Lives

Shine Lawyers' Townsville Golf Day returns after $26,000 helped fund patient monitors for North Queensland care.

Townsville wins three more Wallabies Tests by 2030

Three Wallabies Tests will bring Argentina and Georgia to Townsville while supporting local rugby and businesses.

Country star joins 2026 PBR Australia Grand Finals in Townsville

Golden Guitar winner Lane Pittman joins Townsville's PBR Australia Grand Finals for a live set on November 14.

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Meet the Team: The People Behind Pippa Colman Family Law’s Townsville Office

Get to know the family lawyers now based in Townsville – their backgrounds, specialties, and the local ties behind Pippa Colman Family Law’s new office.

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Final weeks for sheep and goat equipment rebate

Queensland sheep and goat producers face a September 30 deadline to claim support for electronic identification equipment.

North Queensland construction boom brings new director

North Queensland construction grows as Nick Duncan joins Rider Levett Bucknall amid rising costs and labour demand.

Powerlink and Defence work together on infrastructure security

Security exercises near Gladstone and Cairns tested how agencies would protect Queensland’s electricity network.

Townsville ranks eighth among Australia’s best cities for start-ups

Townsville climbed seven places to eighth nationally, strengthening Queensland’s hold on Australia’s start-up business top 10.

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