Meet Santa at Charters Towers this Christmas
Local artist Zakariah Martin-Taylor spent 150 hours creating a two metre tall Santa, which has been unveiled at Goldtower Central.
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Critically injured teen highlights e-scooter Xmas gift risk
As a Townsville teenager fights for life after crashing his e-scooter, police have urged parents to reconsider giving them as Christmas gifts. Read the alarming statistics.
Police dogs honoured with prestigious award
Townsville Police Service have recognised two police dogs for playing a critical role in the community. Read their stories.
Biggest headlines from March 2024
Townsville went to the polls to elect a new mayor, flooded the Queensland Country Bank Stadium to see record-breaking artist P!nk and also remembered some of the region’s beloved members in tragic events. Here’s the biggest headlines from March 2024.
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Parade of Nations at Townsville 2024 World Multisport Championships,
The Strand was a sea of flags on Thursday afternoon, as participating countries in the 2024 World Triathlon Multisport Championships Townsville took part in the Parade of Nations.
Man faces court for arson after car allegedly set on fire following row
A man who allegedly set fire to a Ford Ranger parked in a carport following a dispute has faced court for the first time. Witnesses towed the vehicle out of the carport before the home sustained significant damage. UPDATED
Free coffee draws parents to new childcare centre
A new Townsville childcare centre will have parents volunteering to do the morning drop off, thanks to its offer of free barista coffee and a freshly baked treat. See where it is.
100 years of St Joseph’s: Big bash for past, present students
A Townsville primary school is pulling out all the stops to mark its centenary with a jam-packed weekend of celebrations. Check out what’s on.
Mount Louisa walkers push to get upgrades back on track
Regular users of the Mount Louisa walking tracks are demanding Townsville City Council stop dragging its feet and get cracking on the next stages of upgrades to the much-loved nature spot.
‘We can’t wait’: Cowboys star to welcome baby #2
A new bundle of joy will join the Holmes family with the news coming just 24 hours after it was officially reported the rugby league star had signed with the Dragons. See the adorable announcement and gender reveal >>
‘Green tape everywhere’: Call for action on NQ water project
Following the Big Rocks Weir project’s recent transfer of ownership, the state government is being urged to get moving on delivering it. Read the latest.
Townsville bucks trend with just three suburbs recording rent drops
Rents have soared by as much as 6.25 per cent in Townsville in just three months, with just three suburbs recording a drop in asking prices. How did your suburb rank?
Woman charged over alleged neck stabbing
A 37-year-old woman has been charged after a man was allegedly stabbed in the neck during an altercation in Charters Towers. Here are the details.
Helpless pensioner’s car stolen by youths in broad daylight
In the blink of an eye, three cowardly youths nabbed a Townsville pensioner’s car as he turned his back on them — the next day, it was nothing but a burnt-out mess.
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