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.
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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.
Your guide to essential holiday shopping hours
Essential stores across Townsville will be operating on reduced hours over Christmas and New Years, see whether your local stores will be affected.
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Hyrox at home: Townsville gym’s spin on viral fitness challenge
Townsville’s fitness enthusiasts are in for a treat as a popular local CrossFit gym introduces its own twist on a viral fitness challenge that’s taking the world by storm.
Revealed: The Aussie regions most comfortable having nukes nearby
While only one in three regional Australians would feel comfortable having a nuclear power station within 50km of their home, some areas are more receptive than others.
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?
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