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Wednesday, 4 Nov 2026

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Queensland e-bike owners urged to check new safety requirements

A statewide e-bike assurance scheme brings capped inspection fees, adapted-device eligibility and learner education updates.

Guide Dogs Queensland seeks 60 volunteers by November

Queenslanders are being urged to open their homes to future Guide Dogs, with 60 volunteers needed by end of November.

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Former Townsville teacher turns speaking struggles into mentoring

Former Townsville teacher Brian O'Neill shares how overcoming public-speaking challenges shaped his teaching career and mentoring work.

Queensland university honours 12 outstanding graduates

Graduates in health, science, sport and the arts receive Queensland University of Technology's 2026 alumni honours.

Free health screenings reach Townsville Kindergartens

Free vision, hearing, speech and language checks are helping Townsville kindy children prepare for their school years.

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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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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.

Townsville takes its place in Brisbane 2032 Emblem reveal

Townsville hosts the second Brisbane 2032 emblem reveal at Castle Hill, with local sporting stars joining the event.

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Pippa Colman Family Law launches surrogacy service

Townsville families can access dedicated surrogacy legal support through Pippa Colman Family Law’s newly launched service.

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.