Townsville is a city on the north-eastern coast of Queensland, Australia. With a population of 201,313 as of 2024, [1] it is the largest settlement in North Queensland and Northern Australia (specifically, the parts of Australia north of the Sunshine Coast). It is unofficially considered the capital of North Queensland.

3 days ago · Impacted areas are dotted along the 735-kilometer (456 mile) stretch of the Queensland coast from Cairns – a gateway to the Great Barrier Reef - to Mackay, with the city of Townsville, Ingham ...

2 days ago · Take the time to explore this vibrant city before joining a Great Barrier Reef tour or taking the 25-minute ferry ride to Magnetic Island, where secluded beaches and abundant wildlife await. You can fly directly into Townsville Airport from Brisbane, Sydney, Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast and Melbourne airports.

22 hours ago · WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Monsoon rains unleashed flooding in Australia’s Queensland that have claimed the lives of two people as the week-long deluge dropped months of rainfall in a few days, devastating small rural towns on the state’s north coast.. The body of an 82-year-old woman was found on Tuesday in a paddock near the North Queensland town of Ingham.

From the Great Barrier Reef and its tropical islands, to the lush rainforests and World Heritage listed national parks, the once quiet coastal town has merged into a modern metropolis. It's a place to discover, appreciate and immerse in nature.

Visit Townsville's most amazing museum, take a ferry trip to a tropical island and more in this thriving hub of Far North Queensland.

Jan 28, 2025 · Townsville, city and major port, eastern Queensland, Australia, at the mouth of Ross Creek on Cleveland Bay of the Coral Sea. Founded in 1864 and named after Robert Towns, it was gazetted a town in 1865 and served as a centre for trade with the Pacific Islands.

The City of Townsville is a local government area (LGA) located in North Queensland, Australia. It encompasses the city of Townsville, together with the surrounding rural areas. To the south are the communities of Alligator Creek, Woodstock and Reid River, and to the north are Northern Beaches and Paluma.

Bordered by the Coral Sea, the Wet Tropics and the Outback, the Townsville region has a vibrant natural landscape, rich Indigenous history, beautifully preserved Federation architecture, a smattering of islands just off its coast, and a vibrant dining scene. So, what are you waiting for? Here are the best things to do in Townsville. Islands

Townsville is home to Australia’s largest garrison city, world-class events, leading education providers, cutting-edge health facilities, affordable housing, and a global bustling port. Townsville in North Queensland, Australia offers a range of diverse experiences.