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Townsville

Apr 8, 2026

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Road upgrade to help unlock 1,600 homes

A $14.7 million Townsville road upgrade is set to support 1,600 homes and ease housing supply pressure.

Fresh Townsville recruits begin correctional officer careers

Eighteen Townsville graduates have completed QCS training and will now begin frontline correctional officer roles.

Townsville donors needed this Easter

Lifeblood needs Townsville plasma donors and more Queensland type O and A blood donors over the Easter period.

Townsville man wins $1 million after years of trying

A Townsville local won $1 million in Monday's draw and says the prize could finally help him buy a home.

Find the cheapest fuel in the Townsville

Fuel prices surge in Townsville as new live tool helps locals find cheapest petrol across the city.

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Female-led family law firm expands to Townsville in milestone year

A new specialist family law office opens in Townsville on 3 March 2026 under female leadership.

Cooling North Queensland with a Polar promise of customer service

Polar Industries has built a strong reputation in Townsville for fast installs, trusted service, and long-term Daikin partnerships.

Operation Jinglelink reveals new Grinch Letter

The Grinch’s reply to Magnetic Island’s Candy Cane Cruiser is out, adding suspense as Operation Jinglelink heads to its next update.

Regional church groups invited to free conference day

A free church conference on 22 November will offer worship, teaching, morning tea, and lunch for all who wish to attend.

Easy Concrete Supply makes Townsville concrete delivery simple and reliable for locals

Easy Concrete Supply connects Townsville locals with trusted suppliers for fast and reliable concrete delivery.

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Bull riding fever builds as Townsville Grand Finals tickets go live

Tickets are on sale now for the PBR Australia Grand Finals in Townsville on November 13 and 14 this year.

Mount Isa cowboy wins PBR Beaudesert Invitational

Mount Isa’s Donnie Rutherfurd dominates PBR Beaudesert, securing second 2026 event win.

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Paint The Town Orange as Fire chase fifth title

Townsville lights up orange as Fire enter 2026 WNBL Grand Final and chase fifth title.

Brisbane 2032 outlines LA28 presence and first partner timeline

Brisbane 2032 has confirmed a Q2 partner announcement and a major Australia House presence at the LA28 Games.

Queensland riders charge into PBR Australia 2026 opener

The PBR Australia 2026 season begins in Scone, with Queensland riders aiming to secure early momentum toward Townsville.

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Townsville benefits from CopperString investment

Townsville receives CopperString funding boost for key projects, with more funding to be allocated across local priorities.

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Insurers return to North Queensland for recovery consultations

Insurers will meet Ingham residents affected by flooding to discuss claims and recovery support.

Townsville hotel recognised among Asia Pac Choice properties

Clarion Hotel Townsville recognised in Choice Hotels Asia-Pac 2025 Gold Awards alongside several Queensland hotels.

Female-led family law firm expands to Townsville in milestone year

A new specialist family law office opens in Townsville on 3 March 2026 under female leadership.

Sentinel secures $8.085m sale of Mackay office

Sentinel Mackay office sells for 8.085m, marking a strong return and regional investor confidence.

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