
The Living End to rock Townsville in August
The Living End will bring its new album and biggest hits to Townsville this August.

Humpback whale season returns to North Queensland
Townsville and Magnetic Island will host SeaLink whale watching tours during the 2026 humpback migration season.

Carinity celebrates Townsville nurses
Carinity celebrates Townsville aged care nurses carrying on Florence Nightingale’s legacy of care this Nurses Day.

Queensland biosecurity review opens for feedback
Queenslanders can comment on proposed biosecurity rule changes before submissions close on Friday 29 May 2026.

Townsville Hockey players named for Queensland Country teams
Townsville talents will represent Queensland Country after strong Open State Championships performances in Brisbane.

POLAIR helicopters officially launch in Townsville
Two Bell 429 POLAIR helicopters have launched in Townsville to strengthen North Queensland police response.

Australia’s first graphite facility is now operational
Townsville is now home to Australia first graphite-to-anode facility, strengthening Queensland battery supply.

Writers on the Reef winners named for Magnetic Island residency
James Cook University has named four Australian writers for its 2026 Writers on the Reef residency, which will take place at Horseshoe Bay on Magnetic Island from 7 to 13 September.

Remanufactured parts help customers choose smarter repairs
John Deere is marking Global Reman Day by highlighting lower-cost parts that help keep equipment working longer.