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Friday, 13 Nov 2026

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Garbutt Magpies open upgraded Harold Phillips Park

After decades at Harold Phillips Park, Garbutt Magpies now have new changerooms and lighting for night football.

Freedom Riders raise record $20,200 for Flying Doctor

Freedom Riders have presented their biggest donation yet to the Townsville Flying Doctor, following an outback motorcycle ride.

Townsville research advances Reef restoration

Coral aquaculture operators and Traditional Owner groups train in Townsville ahead of planned ReefSeed deployments.

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Queensland fishing grants open for projects worth up to $5,000

Queensland community fishing grants offer funding for education, habitat improvement and research projects this year.

Pippa Colman Family Law celebrates silver anniversary

Pippa Colman Family Law marks its silver anniversary, celebrating 25 years of supporting families through separation.

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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.

Sports

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Garbutt Magpies open upgraded Harold Phillips Park

After decades at Harold Phillips Park, Garbutt Magpies now have new changerooms and lighting for night football.

Australian bronc champions gear up for Warwick showdown

Australia's leading bronc riders prepare to face American challengers in Warwick, with a winning streak and major prizes at stake.

Townsville veteran selected for Invictus Sports Festival

Townsville's Pete O'Connell heads to Perth to represent Team Australia at the first Invictus Sports Festival in 2026.

Hundreds of women set for Townsville fitness competition

Hundreds of women will compete at CrossFit Townsville as The Butterfly Effect promotes strength and body confidence.

Junior State Cup North returns to Townsville

Townsville will host Junior State Cup North in 2027 and 2029, following a successful tournament attracting thousands.

Business

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Pippa Colman Family Law celebrates silver anniversary

Pippa Colman Family Law marks its silver anniversary, celebrating 25 years of supporting families through separation.

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.