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The countdown is on! 7 days until we get ready, get set, and start our Australia Day by running, jogging, or walking in ...
19/01/2025

The countdown is on! 7 days until we get ready, get set, and start our Australia Day by running, jogging, or walking in the 5km Aussie Fun Run - with a FREE brekkie after! 🏃‍♂️🍳

REGISTER NOW ➡️ https://bit.ly/3DIzkAh

Don't miss our final yellow crazy ants Unplugged Gamers session! 🌟🐜 Dive into custom board games, card games, and an int...
17/01/2025

Don't miss our final yellow crazy ants Unplugged Gamers session! 🌟

🐜 Dive into custom board games, card games, and an interactive search, all themed around yellow crazy ants.

📅 Monday 20 January, 9.30–11.30am at Citylibraries Riverway

For more info, visit: https://bit.ly/4j064Fn

🎬✨ Join us this Friday for a free screening of Despicable Me 4 – the perfect family-friendly night out.🗓️ Friday 17 Janu...
15/01/2025

🎬✨ Join us this Friday for a free screening of Despicable Me 4 – the perfect family-friendly night out.

🗓️ Friday 17 January
⏰ 7pm
📍 Riverway Oval

Bring your friends, family, and something comfy to sit on for a great night under the stars. Don’t miss out on the minion fun – see you there!

For more information: https://bit.ly/3nflxXH

15/01/2025

Join us to clean up the Rowes Bay foreshore and Pallarenda area!

📆Monday 20 January, 8am - 12pm
📌Rowes Bay

Please wear enclosed shoes, bring sun or rain protection, and a reuseable water bottle. All equipment and water refills will be provided. No need to RSVP, just come along on the day!

As a thank-you, all volunteers will receive a free native plant to take home🌱

Send a message to learn more

Morning well spent at Perc Tucker Regional Gallery! ✨️ Yucky Yum Yum - might sound a little odd but such a fun exhibitio...
15/01/2025

Morning well spent at Perc Tucker Regional Gallery!

✨️ Yucky Yum Yum - might sound a little odd but such a fun exhibition with activities for the kids to do.
⚱️ North Queensland Ceramic Awards - my pottery skills could never, but everyone will find something they like.

If you're in the city and want to escape the heat, hit the gallery and thank me later 👌

Find more info about these exhibitions over on our website: https://whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au/

Calling all legends, joggers, and professional walkers! The Aussie Fun Run is going down at Jezzine Barracks, and you do...
13/01/2025

Calling all legends, joggers, and professional walkers! The Aussie Fun Run is going down at Jezzine Barracks, and you don’t want to miss it 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

📅 Sunday 26 January 2025
🕖 The starting gun goes off at 6:40am
📍 Jezzine Barracks

What’s in it for you?
1️⃣ A cracking good run (or walk—no judgment here)
2️⃣ FREE brekkie right after 🍳🥐 Because we believe carbs taste better when you’ve earned them!

Whether you’re chasing a PB or just chasing your mates, this event is for EVERYONE. Grab your sneakers, bring the vibes, and let’s make some Australia Day memories.

💻 Sign up now https://bit.ly/3DIzkAh

Kick off 2025 Australia Day with an unforgettable experience at the Aussie Fun Run! Grab your mates, lace up your sneakers, and take on the 5km course – whe...

🎬✨ Riverway Movie Night is BACK in 2025, and we’re kicking it off with a bang!This month’s feature? 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗠𝗲 𝟰 – al...
11/01/2025

🎬✨ Riverway Movie Night is BACK in 2025, and we’re kicking it off with a bang!

This month’s feature? 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗠𝗲 𝟰 – all the laughs, chaos, and minion madness you love! 💛

🗓️ Friday 17 January
⏰ 7pm
📍 Riverway Oval

Bring the fam, your besties, and your comfiest blankets for a FREE movie night under the stars.

For more information: https://bit.ly/3nflxXH

Join Townsville City Council as we invite you to reflect, respect, and celebrate Australia Day in your own unique way.📅 ...
10/01/2025

Join Townsville City Council as we invite you to reflect, respect, and celebrate Australia Day in your own unique way.

📅 Sunday 26 January 2025
🕖 From 6am
📍 Jezzine Barracks

𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘥𝘭𝘺 𝘴𝘶𝘱𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘘𝘶𝘦𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘎𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘢𝘴 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘘𝘶𝘦𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘥’𝘴 𝘈𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘢 𝘋𝘢𝘺 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘮.

For more information, visit: https://bit.ly/3PqgiBl

🌟 Discover fun and knowledge at our special yellow crazy ants Unplugged Gamers sessions! 🌟🐜 Dive into custom board games...
09/01/2025

🌟 Discover fun and knowledge at our special yellow crazy ants Unplugged Gamers sessions! 🌟

🐜 Dive into custom board games, card games, and an interactive search, all themed around yellow crazy ants.

📅 Session 1: Monday 13 January, 9.30–11.30am at Citylibraries Aitkenvale

📅 Session 2: Monday 20 January, 9.30–11.30am at Citylibraries Riverway

Are you ready to join the adventure? Don't miss out on these unique and educational sessions! 🎉

For more info on the Aitkenvale session, visit: https://bit.ly/3W7OJk7

For more info on the Riverway session, visit: https://bit.ly/4j064Fn

🔥🐜 Got plans this Saturday? Stop by Townsville City Council's Yellow Crazy Ants Info Stall at Bunnings Fairfield Waters ...
08/01/2025

🔥🐜 Got plans this Saturday? Stop by Townsville City Council's Yellow Crazy Ants Info Stall at Bunnings Fairfield Waters (9am–1pm)!

Learn how to tackle these invasive critters and stop the spread.

For more information, visit: https://bit.ly/4h3euKl

𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 - Don't spend them on the couch!Find out what low cost and no cost activities y...
03/01/2025

𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 - Don't spend them on the couch!

Find out what low cost and no cost activities your kids can get involved in. From activities inside air-conditioning to outside games. There is something for everyone!

👉Download your FREE guide now - https://bit.ly/SHG_

New Year’s Eve celebrations at Strand Park ✨💥🎉🎶
31/12/2024

New Year’s Eve celebrations at Strand Park ✨💥🎉🎶

31/12/2024

New Year’s Eve - Strand Park (8pm) fireworks🎉✨ Saying goodbye to 2024 and welcoming 2025!

New Years Eve - Strand Park✨🎉Food trucks Busking TrailRoving entertainment & amusements 8pm & midnight fireworks!
31/12/2024

New Years Eve - Strand Park✨🎉
Food trucks
Busking Trail
Roving entertainment & amusements
8pm & midnight fireworks!

Merry Christmas from Townsville City Council. Enjoy your day tomorrow - stay safe, eat well and spend time with your lov...
24/12/2024

Merry Christmas from Townsville City Council. Enjoy your day tomorrow - stay safe, eat well and spend time with your loved ones 🎄

👀 Our page will be monitored intermittently until we are back in the office on Thursday 2 January 2025. 𝗜𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝘂𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗹𝘆 𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝟭𝟯 𝟰𝟴 𝟭𝟬.

To keep up with the latest events happening within our community visit our What’s On Townsville website: https://whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au/

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New Year’s Eve - Strand Park (8pm) fireworks🎉✨ Saying goodbye to 2024 and welcoming 2025!

Carols by Candlelight 2024
Carols by Candlelight 2024

✨15,000✨ of you joined us at 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗼𝗹𝘀 𝗯𝘆 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 making it a truly magical event! From the beautiful carols to the festive cheer, it was heartwarming to see so many of you come together to celebrate. A massive thank you to everyone who helped make this event a success — from our staff to the performers, and, of course, each of you who came along to share in the joy. We hope you had as much fun as we did & enjoy this festive season!🎄

Carols by Candlelight 2024✨
Carols by Candlelight 2024✨

𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗼𝗹𝘀 𝗯𝘆 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 We are down at Riverway ready to sing the night away! Join us and soak in the festive vibes🎄🎶✨

Carols by Candlelight Pre-Event
Carols by Candlelight Pre-Event

𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗼𝗹𝘀 𝗯𝘆 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗧𝗛𝗜𝗦 𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆! ✨🎄 Here’s the plan: ✔️ Bring a waterproof blanket/tarp to sit on or seat ✔️ Have your raincoat on standby ✔️ Get ready for a magical night of carols! Come and spread some holiday cheer together! 🎅🎤 For more information, visit: https://bit.ly/4eNI4CE

1️⃣ 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞 𝗧𝗢 𝗚𝗢 - we can't wait to see everyone at Carols by Candlelight on Sunday 8 December at Riverway Oval.

✨ Behind the Music & Dance ✨ We asked our choir and dancers what makes Carols by Candlelight so special to them 🎶💃 Here's what they had to say:

✨🎶 Final touches before the big night! 🎄💃 Our choir is tuning up, the dancers are stepping it out, and the holiday magic is coming to life! 🌟🕯️ We can’t wait to share the joy, music, and warmth of Carols by Candlelight with you all. Let’s light up the night together! 🎤🎶 📅 Save the date and bring your festive cheer—it’s going to be unforgettable! ❤️ Townsville Choral Society TAPA

Don’t miss out on Trent Dalton’s theatre show ❣️Love Stories❣️Get your tickets now, 🎟️ https://bit.ly/3PRvCrW

Time to get around the 𝗠𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀 - putting Townsville on the world stage with more than 3,000 athletes competing right here in our back yard🏊🏃‍♂️🚵‍♀️ Head on down to the event village at Strand Park to soak up the vibe or get amongst the action at the Rockpool end of the Strand this Sunday☀️ Check out World Triathlon Multisport Championships or https://townsville.triathlon.org/ for all the details!

🌸Seniors Lifestyle Expo 2024🌼 Providing Townsville’s senior community a chance to connect with a wide range of businesses and organisations showcasing their products and services!

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