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Mates Rates returns: 50% off Townsville getaways

What’s Happening? Following last year’s rapid sell-out success, Townsville Enterprise has announced the return of the Mates Rates campaign for 2025, offering 50% off tours, accommodation, and experiences up to the value of $250. The campaign is designed to boost tourism during the low season and will be available exclusively through townsvillenorthqueensland.com.au. To access the discount, visitors must register by 9 February, with the sale going live on 10 February until sold out. Travel bookings can be made until 3 April 2025. Why It Matters? The initiative provides a direct boost to local tourism businesses during the quieter months while allowing residents and visitors to explore the region at a fraction of the cost. The overwhelming demand for the 2024

New Plan targets invasive species in Townsville

Townsville City Council has endorsed the Biosecurity Plan 2025-2030, strengthening efforts to control invasive species and protect the region’s environment, economy, and public health.

http://images.defence.gov.au/20241024adf8443968_036.jpg

Making things happen at Lavarack

Since Nov 2022, Lavarack Barracks MakerSpace has empowered soldiers to create practical solutions, from improved mortar sights to retractable cam nets.

Mates Rates returns: 50% off Townsville getaways

What’s Happening? Following last year’s rapid sell-out success, Townsville Enterprise has announced the return of the Mates Rates campaign for 2025, offering 50% off tours, accommodation, and experiences up to the value of $250. The campaign is designed to boost tourism during the low season and will be available exclusively through townsvillenorthqueensland.com.au. To access the discount, visitors must register by 9 February, with the sale going live on 10 February until sold out. Travel bookings can be made until 3 April 2025. Why It Matters? The initiative provides a direct boost to local tourism businesses during the quieter months while

New Plan targets invasive species in Townsville

Townsville City Council has endorsed the Biosecurity Plan 2025-2030, strengthening efforts to control invasive species and protect the region’s environment, economy, and public health.

http://images.defence.gov.au/20241024adf8443968_036.jpg

Making things happen at Lavarack

Since Nov 2022, Lavarack Barracks MakerSpace has empowered soldiers to create practical solutions, from improved mortar sights to retractable cam nets.

Mates Rates returns: 50% off Townsville getaways

What’s Happening? Following last year’s rapid sell-out success, Townsville Enterprise has announced the return of the Mates Rates campaign for 2025, offering 50% off tours, accommodation, and experiences up to the value of $250. The campaign is designed to boost tourism during the low season and will be available exclusively through townsvillenorthqueensland.com.au. To access the discount, visitors must register by 9 February, with the sale going live on 10 February until sold out. Travel bookings can be made until 3 April 2025. Why It Matters? The initiative provides a direct boost to local tourism businesses during the quieter months while

New Plan targets invasive species in Townsville

Townsville City Council has endorsed the Biosecurity Plan 2025-2030, strengthening efforts to control invasive species and protect the region’s environment, economy, and public health.

http://images.defence.gov.au/20241024adf8443968_036.jpg

Making things happen at Lavarack

Since Nov 2022, Lavarack Barracks MakerSpace has empowered soldiers to create practical solutions, from improved mortar sights to retractable cam nets.