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Jul 12, 2026

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Defence training to increase across Queensland

Military personnel, vehicles and aircraft will be active across Queensland during Exercise Pozieres Run this winter.

Townsville loo post targets bowel cancer

Townsville's Loo Post lands at Supercars to help locals understand free bowel screening and complete their kits.

Townsville Finance firm joins Elders

AAA+ Financial Solutions and AAA Consulting join Elders, expanding regional finance support across Queensland.

Townsville next after Shephard’s Cairns win

PBR Australia heads to Townsville after Mareeba’s Kurt Shephard claimed a major Cairns win before a sold-out crowd.

Local Builder joins Mount Low lifestyle project

A local builder will deliver first homes at Lincoln Place's new Mount Low lifestyle community for over-50s.

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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.

Townsville gelato wins national title

Zina’s Mangoes has won Australia’s best ice cream title for its French Vanilla gelato in Brisbane.

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.

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Townsville next after Shephard’s Cairns win

PBR Australia heads to Townsville after Mareeba’s Kurt Shephard claimed a major Cairns win before a sold-out crowd.

Townsville Tip Off returns this September

Townsville Tip Off returns with the champion Fire, all nine WNBL clubs and free entry for children this September.

Townsville Hockey players named for Queensland Country teams

Townsville talents will represent Queensland Country after strong Open State Championships performances in Brisbane.

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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Townsville Finance firm joins Elders

AAA+ Financial Solutions and AAA Consulting join Elders, expanding regional finance support across Queensland.

North QLD beef producers honoured at Townsville competition

North Queensland cattle producers were recognised at the annual JBS Townsville Carcase Competition awards night.

Townsville joins Milky Lane expansion

Townsville has been confirmed for a new Milky Lane venue as the burger chain expands across Queensland.

AIRAH brings Industry Nights to Townsville and Cairns

AIRAH will bring HVAC&R professionals to Townsville and Cairns for Industry Nights and a Cairns Golf Day in June.

Townsville Enterprise says Federal Budget misses North Queensland

Townsville Enterprise says North Queensland needs stronger infrastructure investment after the 2026 Federal Budget.

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