‘Worse than Newman’: Controversial housing policy under fire
A new policy targeting unruly public housing tenants has come under fire. HAVE YOUR SAY
Townsville
Waterfront upgrade: NQ’s “once in a generation” opportunity
Townsville’s historic waterfront area is set for a major renewal to connect CBD with The Strand, to enhance the city’s liveability and economic growth. See what’s planned.
Emergency services respond to NQ grass fires, car fire, crashes
Townsville’s emergency services have been kept on their toes responding to multiple incidents over the weekend including a grass fire, car fire, and multiple crashes. See the video.
‘Sonic boom’ breaks windows, lifts roofs in tiny NQ town
Residents of a tiny NQ town have been waiting years for the Australian Defence Force to fix their homes after a military exercise got a little too close.
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GIRU: Man in life-threatening condition after water rescue
An emergency helicopter has been dispatched to Giru after a man was found in a life-threatening condition on private property following a “water incident”. BREAKING.
‘Excited’: Construction begins on waterside venue’s upgrade
Work has kicked off an ambitious development on Townsville’s waterfront, which will revitalise a historic building and create a floating bar. Find out more.
Public housing tenants slapped with tough new three-strike policy
Public housing tenants will be slapped with a tough new three-strike policy under a dramatic crackdown on anti-social behaviour.
‘Self absorbed fruitcake’: Suspended mayor’s months of abusive messages exposed
Townsville’s embattled mayor has been caught out trashing his former colleagues and defending himself online under a fake name for months, including saying ‘the blokes entitled to his pay’. WHAT HE SAID.
Pond drained to catch monster exotic fish
An aquarium fish turned monster of the deep has been fished out of a small park pond, where it was bullying local fish and turtles. See how authorities finally caught them.
How Townsville woman’s personal experience inspired her philanthropic journey
A finalist in this year’s 2025 Queensland Philanthropy Awards, Townsville’s Jade Nelson said it was amazing to be recognised for her work empowering women across North Queensland.
Council’s plan to tackle “anti-social behaviour” taking shape
In a bid to tackle issues around the city including anti-social behaviour, homelessness, graffiti and community safety, Townsville City Council are set to implement their new safety plan.
‘Find the right balance’: E-scooter’s future still up in the air
The police minister is pushing for people to take part in the e-scooter inquiry as an investiation is launched into a crash where a man was found ‘unresponsive’.
Named: Woodstock murder accused in court
A man alleged to have killed a young man whose body was found in a car, had the case mentioned for the first time in Townsville court.
Dance, dogs, and delights at ‘Our Townsville’ event
Our Townsville returns with vibrant activities, featuring dance, dogs, and community spirit at Anderson Gardens.
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