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TOWNSVILLE NORTH QUEENSLAND
IS ALIVE WITH EVENTSYOUR 2016 EVENTS GUIDE
Discover more at townsvilleshines.com.au
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CONTENTS Welcome .............................................................................................................................................03
Townsville North Queensland .............................................................................................04
Castrol EDGE Townsville 400 ..............................................................................................06
V8 Supercars Driver Meet and Greet .............................................................................07
Australian Festival of Chamber Music .........................................................................08
Da Vinci Machines ......................................................................................................................09
Taste the North ................................................................................................................................ 10
Townsville Fashion Festival ..................................................................................................... 11
Townsville turns 150: the old and news ..........................................................................12
McDonald's® Townsville Running Festival .................................................................. 13
SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week ..............................................................................14
Australian Hand Cane Cutting Championships .......................................................15
EVENTS CALENDAR ..................................................................................................................16
The Percivals....................................................................................................................................20
Townsville 150 Anniversary Celebrations .....................................................................21
Burdekin Growers Race Day .................................................................................................27
Australian Italian Festival ........................................................................................................27
Troy Dunn Invitational ............................................................................................................... 28
Goldfield Ashes .............................................................................................................................28
Full Moon Down Under Party .............................................................................................. 29
Groovin the Moo ............................................................................................................................29
Towers of Tomorrow with LEGO® Bricks.....................................................................30
Towers Rocks ..................................................................................................................................30
Adventurethon ................................................................................................................................32
Intersport Townsville Triathlon Festival .........................................................................32
Glencore Greek Fest ....................................................................................................................33
Townsville Cultural Fest ............................................................................................................33
Where to Eat ......................................................................................................................................34
Where to Stay ...................................................................................................................................36
Markets and Galleries ................................................................................................................38
Townsville ............................................................................................................................................39
Magnetic Island..............................................................................................................................40
Charters Towers ..............................................................................................................................41
Burdekin ...............................................................................................................................................42
Hinchinbrook....................................................................................................................................43
GETTING HEREWhether you’re planning your next family holiday, a business trip
or visiting friends and family in Townsville North Queensland,
Townsville Airport has you covered. Serviced by a number of major
Australian airlines and offering you more than 200 direct flights to
Townsville per week, Townsville Airport is your gateway to Townsville
North Queensland.
With direct flights from major hubs including Brisbane, Sydney,
Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin and Bali, Townsville Airport is ready
to welcome you when you kick-off your adventure in Townsville
North Queensland.
DarwinBali
Cairns
MackayMount Isa
Sydney
Melbourne
Brisbane
TOWNSVILLE
RockhamptonCloncurry
Hughenden
Richmond
WintonJulia Creek
Longreach Moranbah
Gold Coast
PARTNERS
Front cover image by Andrew Rankin
DISCLAIMER: Event dates, names and venues are subject to change without notice. Please see townsvillenorthqueensland.com.au/events for latest listings.
WELCOMETownsville North Queensland is on
the doorstep of many of Australia’s
greatest natural attractions including
the Great Barrier Reef and its tropical
islands, outback landscapes and World
Heritage-listed Wet Tropics rainforests.
This city is also becoming recognised
as an arts and culture leader in regional
Australia and home to a diverse range of events.
From the Australian Festival of Chamber Music, Castrol EDGE
Townsville 400 and McDonald's® Townsville Running Festival to
SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week; Townsville North Queensland
hosts an impressive line-up of events year-round.
The Palaszczuk Government proudly supports a diverse range of events
in Townsville North Queensland, recognising the importance of events
tourism in driving visitation to Queensland’s regional areas. Many of
these events feature in the It’s Live! in Queensland events calendar and
offer the perfect opportunity for a tropical getaway. Events are a great
source of community pride and economic delivery.
I encourage you “spark your curiosity”, visit Townsville North
Queensland and experience the many event and tourism experiences in
the region.
The Hon Kate Jones MPMinister for Tourism and Major Events
In 2016 Townsville will celebrate its 150th birthday, and to recognise this milestone there is a bumper calendar of events planned for residents and visitors to our city.
The T150 program will feature some key events not to be missed. One of the biggest will be the T150 Defence Force Air Show and the Townsville Bulletin Sky Show on October 15. There is also the T150 Variety Concert headlined by David Campbell and featuring a range of local talent on April 2. Add to this the return of the T150 4TOFM Pacific Festival along The Strand and the black tie T150 Port of Townsville Gala Dinner Under The Stars on September 10 and you have some highlights that will truly celebrate our great city and its past, present and future.
Of course we also have a number of events held annually including the Australian Festival of Chamber Music, the Townsville Running Festival,
SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week, and the Castrol EDGE Townsville
400. We will also all cheer on our North Queensland Toyota Cowboys as they defend their title as premiers.
Towards the end of 2016 we will have the privilege of hosting the Da Vinci Machines, a major international touring exhibition coming to Pinnacles Gallery in November. More than 500 years ago, Leonardo da Vinci conceived possibilities far beyond the understanding of others with his ideas about nature, anatomy, mechanics and flight, recorded in his manuscripts. This exhibition features more than 75 exhibits reconstructed from illustrations and writings by the mastermind.
Art lovers will also be looking forward to The Percivals, Townsville’s biennial celebration of portraiture at Perc Tucker Regional Gallery and Pinnacles Gallery, which showcases the outstanding and innovative work currently being produced by Australian artists. With $50,000 prize money on offer across the two, the Percival Portrait Painting Prize and DUO Magazine Percival Photographic Portrait Prize will no doubt be hotly contested. Applications close on March 18.
2016 is shaping up to be an exciting, fun-filled year on the social calendar with a program of events to please art-lovers, sports fans, fine food connoisseurs and thrill-seekers alike.
I look forward to celebrating our city’s milestone with all of you.
Cr Jenny HillMayor of the City of Townsville
View from Castle Hill to Magnetic Island – image by Megan MacKinnon
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WELCOME TO TOWNSVILLE NORTH QUEENSLAND Spark your curiosity...The best holidays are the ones that leave you feeling energised and alive. Townsville North Queensland gives you that feeling with a collection of destinations and attractions to spark everyone’s curiosity.
Begin your exploration in Townsville City, the cultural capital of regional Australia. Explore a local art gallery, catch a theatre performance or immerse yourself in some of the best events Queensland has on offer.
Relax with a stroll along The Strand. Enjoy ocean breezes and admire the views across to Magnetic Island and the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.
Don’t miss the remarkable Forts Walk on Magnetic Island – the best vantage point for wildlife, spectacular rocky coves and historic military sites.
Feel the fervour of the gold rush with a trip to Charters Towers, try your hand at barramundi
fishing in the Burdekin River. Explore ancient rainforests and awe inspiring waterfalls in Hinchinbrook.
Townsville North Queensland rewards your curiosity. Wander, ramble, peer and unearth, and you’ll leave with something more precious than gold – the feeling of being alive.
Townsville City from Castle Hill – image by Aaron Spence
The Strand, Townsville –image by Megan MacKinnon
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Townsville Bulletin Square Visitor Information Centre – image by Megan MacKinnon
The Townsville Bulletin Square Visitor Information Centre is located in the heart of the Townsville Central Business District, just off Flinders Street.
Bruce Highway Visitor Information Centre is located in the entrance of Billabong Sanctuary, an interactive wildlife park set in 11 hectares of wilderness and right next to a picturesque Australian billabong.
Billabong Sanctuary, 17km south of Townsville
07 4780 4397
Parking suitable for cars, caravans, RVs.
Heading North? The centre is situated on the right hand side of the road, approximately 2.5km north of the Alligator Creek Caltex Service Station.
Heading South? The centre is situated on the left hand side of the road approximately 17km south of Townsville on the Bruce Highway. Signs on the highway direct you straight to Billabong Sanctuary.
TOWNSVILLE BULLETIN SQUARE
BRUCE HIGHWAY
VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRESTownsville Bulletin Square, Flinders Street, CBD
07 4721 3660
Paid car parking is available in the CBD. Parking suitable for caravans and RVs is located on Dean Street, a short walk from the Information Centre.
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Bruce Highway Visitor Information Centre – image by Megan MacKinnon
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SUPERCAR EXCITEMENT The V8 Supercars are back in 2016, bigger and better than ever!WHAT: Castrol EDGE Townsville 400WHEN: 8–10 July 2016WHERE: Reid Park, Townsville
It’s fast and furious; V8 Supercar action is a proven crowd pleaser and it’s on again.After the massive success of the 2015 event, Australia’s largest regional sporting event — the Castrol EDGE Townsville 400 — will bring its massive travelling road show to the people of Northern Queensland in July.
On top of the amazing V8 Supercars Championship, the on-track action will heat up with the V8 Supercars Dunlop Series, Australian
GT Championship and V8 Utes firing around the streets of Reid Park.
Making the racing even more exciting is the switch to soft tyres for V8 Supercars — adding an element of strategy that we’ve never seen as teams work out how to get to the chequered flag first.
Following an incredible ‘silly season’, the people of Townsville will get their first look at champion Mark Winterbottom in green, following his sponsor switch to Team Bottle O Racing, and legend Craig Lowndes in his Caltex Commodore. Also making moves are Shane van Gisbergen
to Red Bull Racing Australia, Will Davison to Tekno, David Reynolds into an Erebus Motorsport Mercedes, Fabian Coulthard piloting a DJR Team Penske Falcon and James Moffat into a Garry Rogers Motorsport Volvo.
With Frosty dominating in 2015, will we see Prodrive continue their run at Reid Park? With competition tougher than ever, they’ll have their work cut out for them!
Castrol EDGE Townsville 400 – image by Mark Horsburgh
Picture: SCOTT RADFORD-CHISHOLM
V8 SUPERCARS DRIVER MEET AND GREET Super event to kick off V8 partyWHAT: V8 Supercars Driver Meet and GreetWHEN: 7 July 2016WHERE: Flinders Street, Townsville CBD
Before the engines start rumbling, before the big acts complete their mic checks, and before Townsville turns into an action-packed, fast-paced course for the V8 Supercars, the aspiring motor-heads of the region will get their chance to get up close and personal with the masterminds behind the machines.
Previously held at Jezzine Barracks, the newly relocated V8 Supercars Driver Meet and Greet will begin with a convoy of all your favourite drivers,
arriving in style in Townsville’s iconic Flinders Street!
The Driver Meet and Greet is the place to kick off the V8 Supercars party with V8 drivers descending on the Townsville CBD.
Cr Tony Parsons was keen to encourage Townsville locals and visitors to converge in the Townsville CBD and join in on all the pre-V8 festivities.
“Kicking off all the action of the V8 Supercars is the return of the popular, free, family V8 Supercars Drivers Meet and Greet event on Thursday night.“The main attraction this year will be the drivers
of the V8 machines. This is your opportunity to meet your favourite drivers and teams, get their autographs and snap a few photos with them.“It is going to be a great event to kick off the official celebrations for this year’s Castrol Edge Townsville 400 and I would encourage everyone to come along and enjoy the atmosphere – you will be sure to run into a few sporting heroes while you’re there.”
The V8 Supercars Driver Meet and Greet is the council’s signature event to officially launch the Townsville 400 and has become a firm favourite among children, families and V8 fans alike.
The Superwelcome to Townsville, 2014 – image by Jacqueline Ferry
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Picture: WESLEY MONTS
SOUNDS LIKE PARADISE Annual world class chamber music festival of concerts draws international crowds and musiciansWHAT: Australian Festival of Chamber Music WHEN: 29 July–6 August 2016 WHERE: Various locations, Townsville
Exquisite music, incredible artists and a genuinely friendly atmosphere - that’s what you’ll find at the annual Australian Festival of Chamber Music held in venues across Townsville.
Held over nine days during winter, the festival is a wonderfully unique offering of first class musicians from around the world, innovative programming of concerts and a happy mix of locals, visitors and artists enjoying each other’s company.
This year’s festival will showcase a strong line-up of Australian artists, including the country’s finest string quartet and festival quartet in residence, the Goldner String Quartet.
Festival executive director Justin Ankus said up to one-third of the visiting artists would be international musicians.
“It’s the unique programming that attracts the growing audiences,” he said.
Artistic Director Piers Lane combines different musicians to perform together on various pieces. Often they’ve never played together before (and
may not again) which helps to create a sense of excitement and spontaneity the audience loves.With more than 25 concerts and special events spread over the nine days, there really is something for everyone.
The festival also delivers a valuable education program through its Winterschool for young musicians culminating in a concert at the end of their training, which is free to the public and allows the students to demonstrate to friends, family and the community how hard they’ve worked.
Musician from the Australian Festival of Chamber Music at Jezzine Barracks – image by Andrew Rankin
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DA VINCI MACHINES Revealing the work of a man with extraordinary vision, direct from ItalyWHAT: Da Vinci MachinesWHEN: 12 November 2016 – 12 February 2017WHERE: Pinnacles Gallery at Riverway Arts Centre
In a first of its kind for Townsville, Pinnacles Gallery will this year host a major international touring exhibition, on loan from the Museum of Leonardo da Vinci, Florence.
More than 500 years ago, Leonardo da Vinci conceived possibilities far beyond the understanding of others. His ideas about nature, anatomy, mechanics and flight, recorded in his manuscripts, reveal a man of extraordinary vision.Da Vinci Machines brings the innovations of
Leonardo da Vinci to life, featuring more than 75 exhibits reconstructed from illustrations and writings by the mastermind. Many of the creations on display will be interactive, allowing the exhibition to bring to life the most important and impressive designs of the original Renaissance Man. Each machine has been hand-crafted using the materials of the time by the internationally acclaimed Artisans of Florence, and is accompanied by images of da Vinci’s original designs.
The exhibition is presented by The Niccolai Group Artisans of Florence Pty Ltd, together with The Museum of Leonardo Da Vinci, Florence – Italy,
under the auspices of Comune di Firenze (Florence) Professor Carlo Pedretti, UCLA (Los Angeles), Associazione Culturale – La Cittá Ideale (Vigevano).
EXHIBITION INFORMATION• Major international touring exhibition on loan
from the Museum of Leonardo Da Vinci, Florence• More than 75 interactive exhibits reconstructed
from Da Vinci’s illustrations• A range of public programs will be available
throughout the exhibition• Entry to Pinnacles Gallery is free
MORE INFORMATION townsville.qld.gov.au
Leonardo da Vinci's "The Last Supper"
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CELEBRATING FOOD AND THE ARTS Experience the best of alfresco dining, culinary talent and artistic flairWHAT: Taste the North WHEN: 21–23 October 2016 WHERE: Various locations, Townsville
Regional produce, local chefs and their culinary creations will again be showcased at the second annual Taste the North Gala Dinner to be held in November 2016.
Building on the success of the inaugural 2015 event, this popular black tie dinner will be a highlight of the Taste the North Festival in 2016, which showcases the region’s produce, chefs and the Arts.
Event organiser Matt Merrin from Jam said Taste the North was proud to show off local produce across a five-course degustation dinner.
At this remarkable event, diners are treated to an amazing culinary experience while admiring the sweeping views of Magnetic Island and Castle Hill.
“Within a two-hour radius of Townsville we have some of the best produce in the world, including local seafood, tropical fruits, dairy, export quality cattle, pork and poultry.’’ he said.
As well as being a night out for the tastebuds, Mr Merrin said the black tie event had its own unique
appeal, incorporating a mix of local performing and visual artists, all with the collaboration of some of the best chefs of the region and proudly featuring the best of our locally grown produce.
“In addition to the dinner we have a twilight/sunset French Champagne boat cruise and a Sunday produce luncheon to further promote our produce and the region.‘’
Taste the North 2015 at Quayside Terminal – image by Budd Photography
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RUNWAY STYLE Celebrating fashion, style, creativity and colourWHAT: Townsville Fashion Festival WHEN: 23–29 May 2016 WHERE: Various locations, Townsville
For the last week in May, Townsville will become the North’s fashion capital, full of style, creativity and passion.
The Townsville Fashion Festival is all about style, pampering and the latest trends. Creative and inspiring, the event offers a week of activities, culminating in “The Runway”, a fashion show for all to adore. In the past three years the event has grown to
become a much-anticipated event in the region’s calendar and now the event falls into line with the fashion season, events season and Townsville’s tropical winter climate.
This year, the event will continue to engage facets of the creative industries including retail, design, manufacturing, hair and beauty, photography, art, dance and media.
EVENT WEEK 1. Week of all things fashionable
Commencing Monday 23 May Fashion films, Fashion through the ages exhibition
(Townsville 150 Years), fashion sales, school
fashion competition, photography, art, modelling
workshops, and health and beauty expos.
2. Beauty in the Making Commencing Friday 27 May at Umbrella Studio A six-week photography exhibition with
workshops and artist talks.
3. The Runway – Saturday 28 May Ticketed event featuring designers
from across Queensland. 4. Alfresco Fashion on Flinders – Sunday 29 May
Ogden St will come alive with parades, boutique
shopping, designer markets and more.
The Runway at the Townsville Fashion Festival – image by Danielle Hansen
TOWNSVILLE: THE OLD AND THE NEWS Major exhibition traces the history of Townsville through the eyes of the mediaWHAT: Townsville turns 150: the old and the news WHEN: 15 February 2016–29 January 2017 WHERE: Museum of Tropical Queensland, Townsville
A major exhibition celebrating Townsville’s 150th anniversary will open at the Museum of Tropical Queensland on the exact day the municipality was declared, on 15 February.
Townsville turns 150: the old and the news will reveal the events and personalities that influenced the development of the ‘Queen City of the North’ over the past 150 years and the way the media, from newsprint to digital, have captured and reflected these times.
Museum of Tropical Queensland exhibition developer Vivienne Moran said the exhibition would include a timeline of major events from 1866 to 2016, historic photographs and media reports.
“We’ve also collected hundreds of objects from Townsville locals and a selection of these will be on display,” she said.
“There are so many stories to tell that we’ll be swapping out sections of the exhibition every few months, giving us the opportunity to profile more personalities and events.”
Townsville turns 150: the old and news is open until 29 January 2017.
The exhibition is a partnership with the Townsville Bulletin and James Cook University.
The Museum of Tropical Queensland is open every day from 9:30am to 5:00pm except Good Friday, ANZAC Day, Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
Image courtesy of CityLibraries Townsville
RUNNING STRONG FOR 18 YEARS Set along The Strand and Heritage listed trails; running has never been easier on the eyeWHAT: McDonald's® Townsville Running FestivalWHEN: 7 August 2016WHERE: Various locations, Townsville
The McDonald’s® Townsville Running Festival will celebrate its 18th birthday this year and is ready to party with its ever increasing number of participants each year.
Starting and finishing at Jezzine Barracks, the McDonald’s® Townsville Running Festival encompasses seven events – the Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K Classic, 5K Corporate Fun Run and Walk, 5K Adult Fun Run and Walk, 5K Junior Fun Run and Walk, and the 2.5K Hero Run.
All events are raced along the award-winning Strand Esplanade past World Heritage-listed buildings, with the longer distance events continuing along the Rowes Bay coastline out to Pallarenda.
The festival, the oldest organised running event in Australia, attracts both serious and social runners with its range of event types and distances, as well as the idyllic beachside location and scenery. Starting before sun-up, the Marathon – the second oldest in Australia – heralds the dawn of an exciting day with an electrifying energy
as runners head for the Marina and through Townsville’s historic city centre.
As more runners are added to the track throughout the morning, the buzz mounts in a bevy of broad smiles, colourful costumes and contagious camaraderie between old friends and new.
Registrations are open now for the event and may be completed through the festival’s website townsvillerunningfestival.com
Craig Mottram at the McDonald's® Townsville Running Festival – image by SuperSport Images
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SAILING INTO THE SUNSET Magnetic Island Race Week celebrates its 10th anniversary with the ever-popular sailing regattaWHAT: SeaLink Magnetic Island Race WeekWHEN: 1–6 September 2016WHERE: Various locations, Magnetic Island
Townsville’s SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week this year celebrates 10 years of exceptional sailing competition and onshore fun. The national regatta will feature racing and cruising yachts and catamarans from Tasmania, South Australia, Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland which will converge on Magnetic Island Marina and Peppers Blue on Blue Resort.
Over five days the sailors will enjoy sailing on
pristine waters with stunning natural backdrops and plenty of tactical challenges. Townsville Yacht Club’s board member, Mike Steel, said previous regatta winners were already talking about entering this year. Previous winners Bob Steel’s Quest, Howard Piggott’s Flying Cloud and Colin Wilson’s Never a Dull Moment are just a few famous sailing names planning to return to the island for the 10th anniversary. Onshore, SeaLink Queensland’s general manager Paul Victory said his team would be organising several exciting community social events.
On the Friday the sell-out Business in Heels Ladies Long Lunch returns with women from all walks of Townsville business life gathering at Peppers Blue on Blue. Event organiser Sarah Mathieson said, “It’s a great opportunity for people to be part of race week whether they know about sailing or not”. Saturday and Sunday feature plenty of non-sailing events for everyone to enjoy.
Victoire sails around Magnetic Island during the 2014 SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week – image by Norman Jenkin
Your ticket to Paradise
CANE CUTTING THE OLD FASHIONED WAY OFFERS A TEST OF SKILL AND ENDURANCERemembering the ‘old timers’WHAT: Australian Hand Cane Cutting ChampionshipsWHEN: 28 May 2016WHERE: Home Hill Showgrounds, Home Hill
Bring the family to experience a taste of history in the sugar capital of Australia - the Burdekin region.
The Australian Hand Cane Cutting Championships is a true test of skill and endurance, with thousands of dollars in prizemoney up for grabs for competitors.
The dirty, back-breaking work of a by-gone era, the expertise of the 'old-timers', and the excitement of the 'Cut, Top and Load' will be on show again at this iconic Australian event.
Spectators will have the opportunity to walk through a paddock of burned sugarcane - an unusual and memorable experience for many city dwellers. Watch tonnes of burned sugarcane being cut through the grit and determination of the competitors.
Championship titles and trophies are presented at the end of the day's competitions.
Displays, market stalls, face painting, and a jumping castle will add to the day's activities, with food and drinks available throughout the day.
The Australian Hand Cane Cutting Championships – image from Burdekin Shire Council
Sugar cane in the Burdekin – image by Megan MacKinnon
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JAN
MAR
FEB
Townsville Crocodiles
vs Sydney Kings
13 Feb
Townsville turns 150; the old and
the news15 Feb 2016 – 29 Jan 2017
Morning Melodies: The Mikado
17 Feb
Guy Sebastian 'You...Me...Us' Tour
6 Feb
Morning Melodies: Lonnie Lee23–24 Feb
Benthos Illumination and Tribal Odyssey and Fragments of
Moments4 Mar – 10 Apr
Reclining Rockers at The Ville
23 Jan
Riverway Movie Night
19 Feb
North Queensland Extreme Off-
Road Challenge (Charters Towers)
19–21 Feb
Morning Melodies: Cheek to Cheek –
Love songs in Jazz feat. Lizzie Moore and Dan
Barnett22–23 Mar
T150 Townsville Yarns Series
30 Mar – 22 Nov
Melanoma March (Riverway)
13 Mar
North Queensland Toyota Cowboys
vs Sydney Roosters
17 Mar
The Venue Townsville Presents The Black Sorrows 'Endless Sleep' Tour
22 Jan
Manpower Australia
26 Mar
The Underarm – by David Geary
and Justin Gregory18–19 Mar
Cruise for a Cause13 Mar
JCU Townsville Fire
vs UC Capital
24 Jan
Australia Day Celebrations –
Jezzine Barracks26 Jan
Biennial North Queensland
Ceramic Awards11 Mar – 1 May
World’s Greatest Shave – North
Queensland10–13 Mar
Annie The Musical10–14 Feb
OzFest Street Party
23 Jan
Townsville Crocodiles
vs Sydney Kings
27 Jan
Quartet12 Mar
North Queensland Toyota Cowboys
vs Cronulla Sharks
5 Mar
Toad Day Out20 Mar
Riverway Movie Night
18 Mar
The Venue Townsville's
Wedding Expo31 Jan
Adventurethon Magnetic Island
19–20 Mar
Celebrate the Sea Festival
6 Mar
JCU Townsville Fire
vs Dandenong Rangers
12 Feb
TheatreiNQ – What is the Matter
with Mary Jane?4–6 Feb
& 11–13 Feb
Townsville Crocodiles
vs Cairns Taipans
11 Feb
George Gittoes: I Witness
12 Feb – 27 Mar
Goldfield Ashes22–24 Jan
Freshwater Saltwater:
Existence and Theatricalise
22 Jan –28 Feb
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APR
MAY
Morning Melodies: Tenori –
Townsville5–6 Apr
North Queensland Toyota Cowboys
vs Parramatta Eels
23 Apr
Jim Jeffries Australian Tour
30 Apr
Educating Rita – Townsville29–30 Apr
Rainbow Vomit11–15 Apr
Private Ginger Mick at Gallipoli
22–25 Apr
T150 Heritage Day
15 May
Australian Hand Cane Cutting
Championships28 May
Townsville Fashion Festival
28–29 May
Tenori – Charters Towers
2 Apr
Burdekin Sugar Rush
15 May
Riverway Movie Night
20 May
Burdekin Growers Race Day
21 May
DUO Magazine Percival Photographic
Portrait Prize13 May – 10 Jul
Morning Melodies: Love and Roses –
and a Touch of Shamrock17–18 May
Festival of One Act Plays
6–8 May
T150 Variety Concert
2 Apr
Burdekin Auto Festival Car and
Bike Show23–24 Apr
Melbourne International
Comedy Festival Roadshow26–27 Apr
North Queensland Toyota Cowboys
vs South Sydney
Rabbitohs15 Apr
Riverway Movie Night at
Bluewattle Estate15 Apr
Townsville City ANZAC Day
25 Apr
Home Hill Campdraft
9–10 Apr
North Queensland Toyota Cowboys
vs St George Dragons
2 April
Sugarland – Children’s Theatre
26 Apr
Groovin the Moo Townsville
1 May
Battle of the Coral Sea
4 May
Full Moon Down Under
Party20 May
Faulty Towers The Dining Experience - Riverway Sessions
13–14 May
Townsville MS Swimathon
1 May
Tasman Turtle Picnic Day
21 May
Educating Rita – Charters Towers
5 May
Percival Portrait Painting Prize6 May – 10 Jul
From Page to Stage7–9 Apr
Embedded15 Apr – 22 May
Recovery of the Great Barrier Reef
29 Apr – 6 May
North Queensland Toyota Cowboys
vs Brisbane Broncos
20 May
Picnic at Cataract Gorge
27 May – 3 Jul
EcoFiesta29 May
Beauty in the Making
27 May – 8 Jul
Healthy Life INBA Tropix
Townsville Classic23 Apr
Bastard Territory23 Apr
Dust N Gold Rodeo2 Apr
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Paluma Push Mountain Biking
Adventure24 Jul
Compact Prints 2016 and Students In-Case
2016 and Shift19 Aug – 25 Sep
AUGJUL
JUN
Always... Patsy Cline19–20 Aug
McDonald’s® Townsville Running
Festival7 Aug
Australian Italian
Festival6–7 Aug
Snugglepot and Cuddlepie –
Children’s Theatre8–9 Aug
North Queensland Toyota Cowboys
vs Manly Sea Eagles
27 Jun
Kids Rock Rodeo, Heart of the
Goldfields22–23 Jul
Opera Queensland: The Barber of Seville -
Townsville17 Aug
Magnetic Island Aquathon
28 Aug
Senior's Week21–26 Aug
Rocket Man by String Fever
13 Aug
Townsville Cultural Fest
13 Aug
Townsville Plant and Garden Expo
27–28 Aug
Danny Elliott – I’ve Got The Music
13 Aug
Full Moon Down Under
Party19 Aug
HIPPO! HIPPO! A BIG NEW Musical
Adventure! Children’s Theatre
22–23 Aug
Night and Day, The Doris and Shirley Show –
Riverway Sessions1 Jul
The Peasant Prince – Children’s Theatre
25–26 Jul
Townsville Swap Meet 2016
17 Jul
The Moon's a Balloon
12–13 Jul
Full Moon Down Under
Party23 Jul
Romeo and Juliet (Charters Towers)
15 Jul
V8 Supercars Driver Meet and Greet
7 Jul
North Queensland Toyota Cowboys
vs Canterbury Bulldogs
21 Jul
Australia Classic23–24 Jul
Tastes of the Burdekin
16 Jul
Adventurethon National Challenge
Townsville2–3 Jul
Burdekin Readers and
Writers Festival15–17 Jul
Images of an Era, The Martin Gallery
15 Jul – 14 Aug
Australian Festival of Chamber Music
29 Jul – 6 Aug
V8 Supercars Castrol EDGE
Townsville 4008–10 Jul
The Three Dancers31 Jul
T150 4TOFM Pacific Festival
3–5 Jun
Full Moon Down Under
Party17 Jun
I am Woman: the songs of Helen Reddy
18 Jun
Motoco Dam Fine Rally
30 Jun – 4 Jul
Wuthering Heights - Townsville
2–3 Jun
Pet Expo19 Jun
North Queensland Toyota Cowboys
vs Newcastle Knights
4 Jun
Charters Towers Motor Show and
Swap Meet10–12 Jun
The 52-Storey Treehouse
6–7 Jun
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Live and Loopy – Linsey Pollack
16 Jun
Riverway Movie Night
17 Jun
The Paris Underground –
Riverway Sessions8 Jul
Townsville Triathlon Festival
19–21 Aug
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Roaring Twenties – Riverway Sessions
12 Oct
Healthy Life INBA Tropix
North Queensland Championships
17 Sep
Taste The North 21–23 Oct
Townsville Rock Fest
22 Oct
Glencore Greek Fest Townsville
8–9 Oct
SeaLink Magnetic Island
Race Week1–6 Sep
OCTSEP
NOV DEC
Full Moon Down Under
Party31 Dec
ABCRA North Queensland Zone
Finals Rodeo24 Sep
More than Steel and Stone and
Ad Wer: Story of the Stars by Erub Island
and Young Indigenous Printmakers
30 Sep – 6 Nov
Tri Charlies Trousers (Charters Towers)
22–23 Oct
Picturing Townsville
28 Oct – 27 Nov
Sweet, Sour and Saucy
11–12 Oct
T150 Defence Force Air Show and
Townsville Bulletin Sky Show
15 Oct
T150 Port of Townsville
Gala Dinner Under the Stars
10 Sep
Burdekin Water Festival
3 Sep
TheatreiNQ – Hamlet
13–20 Sep
Full Moon Down Under
Party16 Sep
Charters Towers Festival
3 Sep – 30 Oct
Doll – Riverway Sessions
17 Sep
Luxlumin – Lighting Up
The City30 Sep – 3 Oct
Magnetic Island Bay Dayz Festival
2 Sep – 2 Oct
The Gizmo – Children’s Theatre
6–7 Sep
East Coast Encounter
23 Sep – 30 Oct
Towers Rocks3–4 Sep
Spirit of ANZAC Centenary Experience
2–10 Sep
Queensland Symphony Orchestra
in concert15–16 Nov
Cyclone Sunday6 Nov
Noni Hazlehurst in Mother
27 Oct
Carols by Candlelight –
Townsville4 Dec
New Year's Eve – The Strand
31 Dec
Da Vinci Machines12 Nov 2016 –
12 Feb 2017
Bell Shakespeare’s Othello
6 Oct
Towers Rush30 Oct
Light the Night7 Oct
Generation: Umbrella Annual
Members Prize and An Island Almanac
11 Nov – 16 Dec
Morning Melodies: The Ultimate Tribute
to Shirley Bassey22–23 Nov
Full Moon Down Under
Party29 Oct
Stable on the Strand 2016
18–22 Dec
Full Moon Down Under
Party25 Nov
Troy Dunn Invitational
18–19 Nov
An Evening with Groucho –
Riverway Sessions4 Nov
CELEBRATING PORTRAITURE The Percivals include two major portrait competitions and exhibitions of the finalists
PLAYING WITH LIGHT Two years on, a photographic celebration of portraiture gathers pace
WHAT: Percival Portrait Painting PrizeWHEN: 6 May–10 July 2016WHERE: Perc Tucker Regional Gallery, Townsville
The biennial Percival Portrait Painting Prize is the region's own portrait competition and is held at Perc Tucker Regional Gallery.
While showcasing the outstanding and innovative work currently being produced by Australian artists, the competition has given emerging artists an opportunity to engage with portraiture and share their expressions.
Across the years, participating artists have presented varied styles and approaches to the contemporary portrait – from abstracted images and cool conceptualism to smooth realism and the energetic aura of thick, impasto oils executed with broad brush and palette knife.
Thanks to the generosity of Glencore and other sponsors over the years, the competition has steadily grown in stature and prize monies, from $3,000 in 2007 to the current major acquisitive prize of $40,000.
EXHIBITION INFORMATION• Entry is open to all local, interstate, national and
international artists • Works are painted from life• Various mediums including oil, acrylic,
watercolour, pastel, charcoal, ink and mixed media• Entry to Perc Tucker Regional Gallery is free
KEY DATES Applications close: 18 March 2016 Official opening: 6 May 2016 Exhibition Dates: 6 May – 10 July 2016
WHAT: DUO Magazine Percival Photographic Portrait PrizeWHEN: 13 May–10 July 2016WHERE: Pinnacles Gallery, Riverway Arts Centre
This year marks the return of the DUO Magazine Percival Photographic Portrait Prize, an exhibition launched by Pinnacles Gallery in 2014. This exhibition coincides with the popular Percival Portrait Painting Prize at Perc Tucker Regional
Gallery and ensures a city-wide celebration of portraiture. The exhibition offers a major $10,000 acquisitive prize.
The exhibition was extremely popular in its first year, with 105 artists entering a total of 167 works, from which 75 works by 61 artists were displayed as finalists at the exhibition.
EXHIBITION INFORMATION• Entry is open to all local, interstate, national
and international artists • Open to all forms of still photography on any media• Entry to Pinnacles Gallery is free KEY DATESApplications close: 18 March 2016Official opening: 13 May 2016Exhibition dates: 13 May– 10 July 2016
Image: Frank Giacco, Born Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 1955, Charles Blackman [detail] 2010, Oil on canvas, 198 x 200cm, Acquisitive Prize Winner of the Glencore Percival Portrait Painting Prize, 2014
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In 2016, Townsville city will celebrate its anniversary, marking 150 years since being declared a municipality and we want you to join us in celebration.
During the year-long salute, Townsville will
host a variety of community-led festivals,
events, concerts, exhibitions and
activities to explore our community’s
rich heritage and celebrate the
evolution of our vibrant and
colourful culture.
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T150 Yarn Series
30 March, 15 May, 19 July, 23 August, 28 September, 22 and 23 November, Various venues
Experience Townsville Yarns, a series of engaging story-telling events held around the city, told live by a panel of local and visiting identities. Stay tuned for the exciting line-up of presenters.
Topics include; Villians, Heroes and Saints; Townsville’s History and Heritage; Townsville’s Greatest Sporting Achievements; The Garrison City; Townsville’s Natural Disasters and 150 Years on Stage & Screen.
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T150 Variety Concert
2 April 2016, Townsville Civic Theatre
Townsville City Council presents the T150 Variety Concert, a night of entertainment, showcasing and celebrating the arts and cultural life of the city over 150 years.
This ticketed gala concert will star ARIA award-winning performer David Campbell, Kurt Phelan (national star of Dirty Dancing), Luke Kennedy, the combined Band of the First Battalion, The Royal Australian Regiment (1RAR Band) and Barrier Reef Orchestra and a host of Townsville talent. A night of music, dance, comedy and surprises.
Tickets will go on sale from 9am, 1 February 2016 and will be available from www.ticketshop.com.au or phone 4727 9797. Tickets $75 Adults, concessions available, booking fees may apply.
Swimming carnival during the Jubilee Celebrations, Tobruk Memorial Baths, 31 December 1951.
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T150 Event Highlights Include:
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T150 4TOFM Pacific Festival
3,4,5 June 2016, The Strand and Jezzine Barracks
A re-creation of the city’s annual traditional festival which ran for over 21 years. This three day event will include a community parade of floats and bands, carnival including a 32metre Ferris Wheel (brand new to Australia), live entertainment and fireworks displays!
Image: Pacific Festival parade, Flinders Street East, August 1987.Photo: CityLibraries.
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T150 Port of Townsville Gala Dinner Under the Stars
10 September 2016, The Strand
Join us for the black tie gala event of the year. This momentous occasion will pay tribute to one of the biggest gala outdoor events ever staged in the city, the Longest Dinner on the Strand, which was conducted to officially open the Strand in 1999.
Guests will enjoy a night of fine dining and entertainment featuring a legend of Australian music and one of televisions biggest stars.
Further details on the event including ticketing and times will be announced in the coming months.
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The T150 Defence Force Air Show and Townsville Bulletin Sky Show will be the most highly-anticipated community event of the T150 Celebrations! The best viewpoint will be the iconic Strand with military aircraft conducting an impressive air show throughout the day. As day turns to dusk, the sky show will commence with a breathtaking fireworks display that will ignite the sky!
Sunday 16 October 2016 Open Day, RAAF Base Townsville
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Townsville turns 150: the old and the news
15 February 2016 – 29 January 2017, Museum of Tropical Qld
T150 Walking through Townsville’s History - Launch
11 March 2016, Townsville Bulletin Square, Townsville CBD
Celebrating Townsville: The City`s visual history drawn from the James Cook University Art Collection
8 July – 14 Aug 2016, Umbrella Studio
Picturing Townsville
28 October – 27 November 2016, Perc Tucker Regional GalleryWilliam Jamieson ALLOM, Townsville [painted from David Brands Slipway, Ross Creek] 1884. Oil on canvas. Purchased, 1995. With the assistance of Mr Paul Martinez of wilson/ryan/grose Lawyers. City of Townsville Art Collection
Images of an Era, The Martin Gallery
15 July-14 August 2016, Perc Tucker Regional GalleryJohn COBURN, Desert ceremony, 1984. Oil on canvas. Gift of John Coburn (the Artist), 1985. City of Townsville Art Collection
T150 Four Bus Tours
Sundays 24 April, 8 May, September and November to be confirmed Townsville
T150 Heritage Day
15 May 2016, West End Park (near West End Cemetary)
Percival Portrait Painting Prize 2016
6 May – 10 July 2016, Perc Tucker Regional GalleryFrank GIACCO Charles Blackman [detail], Oil on canvas, 198 x 200 cm, Acc no. 2014.0075, Acquisitive Prize Winner of the Glencore Percival Portrait Painting Prize, 2014. City of Townsville Art Collection
T150 Embedded
15 April – 22 May 2016, Umbrella Studio
T150 LUXLUMIN - Lighting up the City
30 September – 02 October 2016, Townsville CBD
Your Histories, Our Histories: 150 Years of mixed marriages and war brides in Townsville and their contribution to the success of multiculturalism in Townsville
01 October - 30 November 2016, CityLibraries Flinders Street
Your Stories, Our Histories: Public Lecture: 150 Years of mixed marriages and war brides in Townsville
26 September 2016, CityLibraries Flinders Street
For more great T150 events visit: www.townsville150.com.au
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Grab your Limited EditionT150 Plate
A percentage of every plate purchased is donated to the
Mayor’s Christmas Tree Appeal.
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The year we explore our community’s rich heritage and celebrate the evolution of our vibrant and colourful culture.
2016
BURDEKIN CROWD PLEASER Going a country mile for the race day fashion stakes
A LITTLE BIT OF ITALY TYTO Wetlands goes Italian for a weekend of family funThe Australian Italian Festival is a much loved and authentic Italian cultural event held on the first weekend of August in Ingham, Townsville North Queensland.
The two-day carnival began in 1995 as a way to celebrate the economic and cultural diversity of the Hinchinbrook region and community.
The Australian Italian Festival features cooking demonstrations, endless food stalls, Italian art and history, free amusement rides and games for all ages. Spend time with family and friends as you enjoy the atmosphere, food, and excitement of the best of Italian culture. Among the favourites
are greasy pole climbing, pizza and pasta eating competitions, grape stomping and gondola races.
The Australian Italian Festival is held in the beautiful TYTO Wetlands, featuring lagoons and raised walkways that come alive with Australian flora and fauna. Come and enjoy an experience like no other in Australia.
It’s the race day that sees Burdekin locals go a country mile when it comes to the fashion stakes.
The Burdekin Growers Race Day, one of the Burdekin’s most anticipated social events of the year (drawing a record crowd of 4,100 in 2015), left organisers hard pressed to fault anyone for dress code or demeanour on the day.
Volunteer promoter Nicky Achurra said the event saw everyone in the small township get involved. “It’s a big deal for our small town, everyone gets right into it because it’s the one big day our community can go all out. The women get
their hair and makeup done and they get their husbands and boyfriends fitted out,” she said.“It is difficult to find anyone not dressed up and everyone is on their best behaviour.”
Ms Achurra said with $50,000 in prizes up for grabs, Fashions on the Field entrants came from all across Queensland.
WHAT: Burdekin Growers Race Day WHEN: 21 May 2016WHERE: Burdekin Race Club, Home Hill
WHAT: Australian Italian FestivalWHEN: 6–7 August 2016WHERE: TYTO Wetlands, Ingham
SATURDAY 21 MAY 2016
HOME HILL RACE COURSEwww.burdekinraceclub.com.au For info contact Club Ph: 4782 1665 • Table Bookings & Pre-Purchase
Gate Entry Tickets from Kids Crossing, 135 Queens St, Ayr. PH: 4783 5466 from April 11
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THRILLS AND SPILLS The toughest sport on dirt
GOING BATTY IN THE TOWERS Gentlemen's sport attracts thousands to Charters Towers yearlyIndulge yourself in a weekend of cricket unlike any other. Every year, Charters Towers prepares to give itself over to a horde of cricket mad sportsmen, and all are welcome.
The Goldfield Ashes in Charters Towers is the largest amateur cricket carnival in the Southern Hemisphere, conducted by the Charters Towers Cricket Association Incorporated (CTCA).
Recently labelled a Queensland Iconic Event, matches are played on 58 different playing fields, including some that are privately owned.
The event attracts about 3,000 players and their
support crew who converge on Charters Towers for a few days indulging in the sport of gentlemen.
The objective of the carnival is to bring fellow cricketers togther from near and far to participate with good sportsmanship and friendly rivalry in the King of Games.
While ‘The Ashes’ has grown to levels well beyond the imagination of its president Jack Mann’s original concept, it has not lost its reputation for friendliness and hospitality. Perhaps within that reputation lies the secret of its past success and assures its growth into the future.
Experience a once-in-a-lifetime event as the Professional Bull Riders (PBR) prepare to deliver two huge nights of the toughest sport on dirt at the Townsville Entertainment Centre.
It’s a showdown like no other - elite cowboys versus the toughest bulls on the planet in a three hour action packed sporting entertainment event that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Cowboys, all eager for glory, strive to overcome the power of the 52 most extreme bucking bulls in a battle of power, agility and the fight of the fittest eight seconds at a time.
The whole event is choreographed with pyrotechnics, lasers, concert sound system and mega screen replays. Multiple camera angles will take you behind the scenes and inside the bucking chutes as riders prepare for the ride of their lives while delivering the ultimate live event bull riding experience.
Far from the dress circle appeal of our arts culture, PBR has its own loyal following of salt of the earth people from all around Australia and the world, drawing huge crowds to each thrilling event.
Townsville holds its annual Troy Dunn Invitational in November each year.
WHAT: Troy Dunn Invitational WHEN: 18–19 November 2016WHERE: Townsville Entertainment Centre
WHAT: Goldfield AshesWHEN: 22–24 January 2016WHERE: Various locations, Charters Towers
THE BIGGEST ISLAND PARTY IN AUSTRALIA An iconic Australian event held at a beautiful Base camp
CELEBRATING THE CREATIVE Australia's only regional music odysseyGroovin the Moo (GTM) is an annual music festival held at various regional centres across Australia during April and May and Townsville is proud to be part of the community concert movement.
In 2016, GTM will again take place at Murray Sports Complex and is expected to draw thousands of revellers of all ages to its annual celebration of music.
While the line-up of artists is not yet confirmed, patrons can expect the artist line-up to hit the streets, triple j airwaves and social media on Thursday 28 January.
Along with the cream of the crop of both local and international bands to be announced on the bill, GTM 2016 will embrace the community even further by showcasing and involving each region’s distinct qualities.
Sign up to the Moosflash at gtm.net.au or make sure you’re following @groovinthemoo for the latest news, info and competitions.
Tickets for GTM shows in 2016 will be on sale from Tuesday 2 February.
In the last five years, Full Moon Down Under has grown to become one of Queensland’s and Australia’s most iconic events. Full Moon is staged monthly (with a brief hiatus during wet season) and hosted at the ridiculously beautiful Base Magnetic Island hostel in Nelly Bay, Magnetic Island.
Held as close as possible to each full moon, the event features some of the biggest acts Australia and the world has to offer, ensuring an explosive night full of quality entertainment every time.
With past events bringing more than 5,000 people from different parts of the world to
experience this unique island party, you can expect nothing less than the best, with fire twirlers, body paint, plenty of colour and good times. From sunset to sunrise, it’s one the region’s most successful events.
Over its 11 years since inception, the event has attracted some huge music acts including Timmy Trumpet, Havana Brown, Ruby Rose, the Stafford Brothers, Potbelleez, Krafty Kuts, Mark Dynamix, Benny Benassi, Martin Solveig and Hed Kandi, just to name a few.
WHAT: Full Moon Down Under PartyWHEN: Friday once a monthWHERE: Base Backpackers, Magnetic Island
WHAT: Groovin the MooWHEN: 1 May 2016WHERE: Murray Sports Complex, Townsville
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TALL TOWERS TEST LEGO LIMITS Lego master Ryan McNaught’s new creation on display
TOWERS ROCKS Boutique Music FestivalThe inaugural Towers Rocks festival in 2015 was so successful that it’s now an annual concert event.
More than just a concert, it is a full two-day festival for the over 40s, with great Aussie rock acts as well as lots of fantastic local talent too – it’s Charters Towers’ biggest music event.
Among last year’s great acts were Daryl Braithwaite, Mental As Anything, The Radiators, Wendy Matthews and local support acts, supported by an international food village and full bar service.
Towers Rocks organiser Ian Wade-Parker said
planning for this year’s event was in progress.“The 2015 event went fantastically and we received overwhelmingly positive feedback from attendees who are raving about the music, the great vibe and the overall way the festival was run over the two days," he said.
The boutique-style festival held at Bivouac Junction is pitched at the discerning festivalgoer who wants to have a great day out with fantastic music and food as well as a comfortable and enjoyable experience.
Tickets for Towers Rocks are available now with early bird rates available.
What do you get if you fuse some of the most
iconic and eye-popping skyscrapers from Asia
and Australia with LEGO?
You get the awe-inspiring Towers of Tomorrow
with LEGO® Bricks, an interactive exhibition at the
Museum of Tropical Queensland that showcases
architecture and design in a lively, creative space.
Created by Australia’s Ryan McNaught, the only
certified LEGO professional in the Southern
Hemisphere, Towers of Tomorrow with LEGO®
Bricks showcases 15 skyline-defining towers
including Singapore’s Marina Bay Sands, Taiwan’s
Taipei 101, Japan’s Tokyo Skytree, Kuala Lumpur’s
twin Petronas Towers and Sydney’s own Sydney
Tower.
Featuring more than 400,000 LEGO bricks
weighing more than 1000kg, the LEGO Towers
of Tomorrow took more than 2000 hours (nearly
three months) to build.
Towers of Tomorrow with LEGO® Bricks will
be on show from Saturday 7 May to Sunday 13
November, with an exclusive preview for museum
members on Friday 6 May.
WHAT: Towers of Tomorrow with LEGO® BricksWHEN: 7 May – 13 November 2016WHERE: Museum of Tropical Queensland,
Townsville
WHAT: Towers RocksWHEN: 3–4 September 2016WHERE: Bivouac Junction, Charters Towers
Towers Rocks – image by Greyrose Photography
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DESTINATION ENDURANCE Where the spirit of adventure meets endurance sport
RUN, SWIM AND RIDE Two days of run, swim and ride set to rival anyWith a bigger and better program, the Intersport Townsville Triathlon Festival is a weekend of events for all ages, fitness levels and groups.
With a brand new format, two days of racing and the ability to take part in a number of events across the weekend, this is an event you’ll want to take part in. The action on the sideline will be one to watch too.
In conjunction with the Triathlon, the Live2TRI expo will be open all weekend featuring offers from gyms, lifestyle organisations and health food stores, as well as ways to keep energy up with food stalls and coffee carts.
A dinner under the stars at Strand Park (Carb with the Stars) will be held on the Friday night before the race, featuring ambassadors and inspiring guest speakers.
Event organiser Sam Pascoe said Carb with the Stars was open to the whole community, not just athletes, and would be an introduction to the event before the festival officially opens at 9:00am Saturday.
Offering a unique excuse to get out, get fit and see Australia, destination endurance competitions are quickly growing in popularity. Among the favourites is Adventurethon – a five-race, off-road competition played out in six unique locations across the country, including Magnetic Island and Townsville.
Each adrenaline-charged Adventurethon race is conducted through national parklands, beaches and hiking trails to enjoy spectacular scenery and experience the outdoors. The multi-sport challenge incorporates paddling, mountain biking and off-road (or trail) running.
It’s all about setting yourself a big challenge.
Adventurethon offers five events over a weekend, challenging all levels of fitness and skill; catering equally for the first time adventurer to the hard-core seasoned athlete.
Magnetic Island will hold its Adventurethon on 19–20 March 2016 and the Townsville Adventurethon will be held on 2–3 July 2016. This is a great opportunity to grab your mountain bike, kayak and running shoes and get straight to the beachside suburb of Pallarenda where the scenery is spectacular.
It’s all in a weekend of fun.
WHAT: AdventurethonWHEN: 19–20 March & 2–3 July 2016WHERE: Magnetic Island and Townsville
WHAT: Intersport Townsville Triathlon FestivalWHEN: 19–21 August 2016WHERE: The Strand in Townsville
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GREEK EXPECTATIONS A grape-stomping and plate-smashing celebration in the park
GET YOUR CULTURE FIX Food, art, music and culture are all here The Townsville Cultural Fest showcases the diversity of Australian music, food, arts and culture, bringing people together in celebration of life itself.
The event is a not-for-profit festival organised by the Townsville Intercultural Centre.
In mid-August each year more than 100 performing groups will entertain tens of thousands of visitors, offering everything from folk, rock and pop, to Indigenous Australian music, African drum circles, as well as Latin, Pacific Islander and Middle Eastern dance groups.
The Cultural Fest includes more than 100 food and market stalls from around the world, offering arts and crafts, workshops and presentations, fashion, food and produce.
This year there will be a music stage, a dance stage, a chai tent stage for intimate sets, and a zen space for chilling out.
Around the grounds you will find everything from roving performers and interactive art installations, to show rides and henna tattoo stalls.
Townsville’s annual Glencore Greek Fest is a multi-award winning family event that’s free to attend and tons of fun.
Event organiser Bill Malandris said in 2016 there would be more Greek music, more cultural dancing and more delicious Greek food than ever before! Held in the idyllic setting of Riverway, under the raintrees, it’s a great time and place to relax and enjoy the entertainment.
Keen favourites with the crowds are music and dance, the children's program, cooking demos, plate-smashing and grape-stomping competitions, rides, and fireworks.
There will be plenty of food and drinks, including a licensed bar. Kids entertainment will include rides and sideshows – roller coaster, ferris wheel and dodgem cars to name a few. The park will be filled with the unique sounds of both traditional and modern Greek music throughout the weekend.
The Glencore Greek Fest has won a string of awards over the years including Community Event of the Year six times since 1999.
WHAT: Glencore Greek FestWHEN: 8–9 October 2016WHERE: Riverway, Townsville
WHAT: Townsville Cultural FestWHEN: 17–21 August 2016WHERE: Location to be announced
Hellenic Dancers at the Greek Fest
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WHERE TO EAT
Explore the region...
Whether you are seeking Australia’s best
breakfast, a vibrant evening atmosphere or you
just want a simple and relaxing picnic with an
awe-inspiring view, Townsville offers plenty of
dining options.
PALMER STREET Located on the city’s south bank, Palmer Street
captures the essence of international cuisine
and is a prime location to start your night, or day,
boasting award winning restaurants for breakfast,
lunch or dinner.
GREGORY STREET AND THE STRANDThe alfresco dining and proximity to the beach
makes Gregory Street and The Strand the perfect
stop for a meal. Spoil yourself with a delicious
gelato or have a relaxing drink at one of the
restaurants or bars found along The Strand.
CANNON PARKCannon Park offers diners a range of cuisine and
a fun, family social atmosphere. You can catch
a live show at Riverway Arts Centre, see a movie
at the cinemas, challenge your friends at tenpin
bowling, watch the North Queensland Cowboys at
the nearby 1300SMILES Stadium or have a pint at
the local Irish pub.
FLINDERS STREET
Flinders Street boasts an eclectic mix of
restaurants, nightclubs, pubs and cocktail
bars with many tucked away in basements and
laneways, waiting to be discovered.
Flinders Street East buzzes with a lively nightclub
atmosphere.
CITY LANEThe dining scene has come alive with Townsville’s
first creative laneway precinct, City Lane, offering
a variety of dining options. This sophisticated,
New York-inspired precinct on Flinders Street
is complete with street art, funky décor and an
atmosphere to match.
CENTRAL VILLAGEFor a fun family night out, catch the latest movie at
the cinema followed by dinner and a Max Brenner
chocolate treat at Central Village, Flinders Street
West.
Townsville offers plenty of dining options – image by Budd Photography
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7 PALMER ST, STH TOWNSVILLE TEL 4724 1460
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Reservations are now available online
A DESTINATIONMichels restaurant is Townsville’s food destination.
Enjoy modern Australian cuisine, crafted from local
produce and seasonal ingredients. Michels can be
enjoyed for a quick city lunch, a business dining venue,
family dinner or enjoy our degustation experience.
Michels is a relaxed dining and drinking destination,
perfectly situated in the heart of Townsville’s
restaurant hub - Palmer Street.
BAR MOffering an alternative dining & drinking destination.
Bar M’s cocktail list has been created to complement
Michels cuisine and capture the essence of Michels,
which is simple sophistication. The cocktail selection
has all the traditional oferings along with some
innovative, must try cocktails. Bar M also ofers an
impressive selection of French Champagne, Australian
sparkling wine, premium imported & local wines,
spirits, as well as a range of imported & local beers.
CATERINGMichels catering has been Townsville’s
leading caterer for nearly two decades.
The secret to Michels success is consistency –
always creating memorable events through
innovative cuisine and seamless service.
WHERE TO STAYWith the iconic Castle Hill taking a dramatic centre stage, the fabulous beach front Strand Park, beautiful marinas and stunning Magnetic Island at its doorstep, Townsville North Queensland offers plenty of accommodation options to enhance your stay in the tropics.
Whether you are a newcomer to the region, a local keen to explore close to home, or you are looking to show visitors around, enticing accommodation options vary from luxury inner city apartments to island retreats and mountain cabins.
Much of Townsville’s accommodation is located within short walking distance of The Strand, key dining precincts and Townsville’s ever expanding CBD and nightlife.
With over 100 accommodation options available, there is something to suit everyone’s desires.
Choices include backpacking in style at Townsville’s newest glampackers, Rambutan, waking to ocean breezes in an apartment on The Strand, strolling through boutique fashion stores and unsurpassed dining options along Flinders Street and Palmer Street, spending a night in the iconic "Sugar Shaker" (Holiday Inn) or enjoying the parklands and river views from Itara and Jacana Apartments in Thuringowa.
Head further afield for a romantic retreat at Hidden Valley Cabins – spot platypus in the wild, roam the tropical rainforest tracks and cool off in one of the nearby waterholes.
A holiday in Townsville North Queensland wouldn’t be complete without a stay on Magnetic Island. Choose from the many private homes for rent, budget accommodation and luxury waterfront hotels and apartments. Best of all, Magnetic Island ferries run frequently so you can taste what’s on in the city then retreat to island life if the crowds get too much for you.
Townsville City – image by Budd Photography
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Top off a fantastic event with an overnight stay at
the Holiday Inn Townsville ‘Sugar Shaker’.
Enjoy a hot buffet breakfast for two and a late checkout of 4pm when you book the
‘Weekend Special Package’.
Visit www.holidayinn.com or call 4729 2011 to
get started.
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*Terms & conditions: Subject to availability. Reservations require prepayment for the frst night at the time of booking. Prepayment is non-refundable. Must check in on a Friday or Saturday. 4pm late checkout subject to availability. Further terms & conditions may apply.
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Visit beautiful Magnetic Island!
Simply book online: www.fantasea.com.au
Take in the stunning views while cruising on Magnetic Island’s only vehicle and walk-on ferry.
With eight return trips daily, we welcome you aboard as we make our way to Magnetic Island where you can enjoy magnifcent weather, azure waters, brilliant beaches, fascinating fora and fauna, fne food and wines, and activities almost too numerous to mention. Free parking and free Wi-Fi!
Loading commences 20 minutes before departure. Vehicle bookings essential.
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WEEKENDS/PUBLIC HOLIDAYS 8AM-7PM
Also offering:• Lessons
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Call 4774 [email protected]
Ph 4729 8100Entrance at 81 Mitchell St,
North Ward Townsville
Studio Apartments | Spacious 1 & 2 Bedroom Units | Fully Self ContainedDucted A/C | Patio with setting | Walking distance to restaurants & shops
100m to Beach | Secure Undercover Parking | Saltwater Pool
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MARKETS AND GALLERIESTownsville North Queensland offers art in all forms, from traditional exhibitions to outdoor art installations. Taste some of the region’s finest fresh produce and discover some truly unique gift ideas at one of the local markets. Townsville is alive with arts and culture.
MUST–DO GALLERIES AND MARKETS
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery is Townsville’s premier regional art gallery. It offers a dynamic range of local, national and international exhibitions complemented by workshops, talks and a host of other programs.
Pinnacles Gallery is a dynamic art space located within the Riverway Arts Centre.
Umbrella Studio invites experimentation, encourages excellence and inspires appreciation for contemporary visual art in the region and beyond.
Art in Public Spaces – There are over 220 public artworks currently on permanent display throughout the city.
The Willows Rotary Market is held every Sunday in the Willows Shopping Centre car park.
Cotters Market is held every Sunday from 8:30am to 1:00pm on Flinders Street.
Magnetic Island regularly hosts markets from Friday night through to Sunday.
The North Queensland Farmers Market is held every Saturday at North Shore.
The Strand Night Market is held on the first Friday of the month from May to December at Strand Park from 5:00pm to 9:30pm.
Renegade Handmade is held on the second Sunday of each month at the Marian School Hall. Renegade is rapidly gaining a reputation for good quality, handmade goods of all varieties.
Label Traders Market is held on the third Sunday of each month at Mundingburra State School and is the city’s first vintage, recycled and designer market.
Cotters Market on Flinders Street – image by Rob Parsons
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TOWNSVILLE A Vibrant and Bustling City Townsville is a place to take your time. Sprawled below iconic Castle Hill, Townsville City combines federation architecture with sophisticated restaurants, quality accommodation and shopping like no other Queensland city.
Warm all year round, Townsville is a nature lover’s paradise. Choose from tropical islands, wetlands, the Great Barrier Reef, wet tropics rainforests and a glorious beachfront with breathtaking views.
Explore the art, culture and entertainment which brings the city of Townsville to life. Enjoy alfresco dining, urban street art, coffee along the beachfront, the vibrant night life in laneway bars
and eateries, as well as boutique shopping.
Immerse yourself in our relaxed way of life and stroll The Strand. With a number of fantastic playgrounds and the ever-popular Water Park, The Strand will keep the kids entertained for hours while you sample the café culture. Take advantage of the free Wi-Fi offered right along The Strand.
Take an ocean swim; visit the Rock Pool, Tobruk Pool, Riverway lagoons or head out to one of the many freshwater swimming spots like Alligator Creek, Rollingstone or Crystal Creek. You won’t want to go home.
• Billabong Sanctuary – Take a walk on the wild side, eyeball a croc or cuddle a koala
• Reef HQ Great Barrier Reef Aquarium – Experience the reef without getting wet
• Castle Hill – Get physical, break a sweat and walk or drive the monolith for amazing sunset views
MUST–DOSRoss Creek in the Townsville CBD – image by Megan MacKinnon
(except Christmas Day)
Phone (07) 4778 834417km South of Townsville,
Bruce Highway
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MAGNETIC ISLAND Tropical Island ParadiseEscape overseas to a tropical island paradise just 20 minutes off the mainland. Magnetic Island features gorgeous secluded bays, golden beaches and outdoor activities for everyone.
The rocky granite headlands fuse with sheltered bays and beaches studded with majestic hoop pines, creating a dramatic and spectacular coastline. Over two-thirds of the island is classified as national park, providing a haven for native wildlife including rock wallabies, koalas and about 100 bird species.
Magnetic Island has plenty of dining options. Select from pub meals, fine dining, Italian,
Mexican or French cuisine, fast food, cabaret theatre shows, café and alfresco dining, or purchase your own supplies to prepare a favourite dish of your own.
With accommodation ranging from luxury resorts through to backpacker and budget options, there is something to suit everyone.
While on Magnetic Island be sure to explore the incredible fringing reefs. Starting just a short distance from the beaches of Nelly and Geoffrey Bay, the Magnetic Island Snorkel Trails give you the chance to spot giant clams, live coral, marine life and even a WWII plane propeller.
• Toad Races – World famous family fun at Arcadia Village Hotel at 8:00pm every Wednesday.
• Topless Car Hire – Let your hair down, turn the music up and tour Magnetic Island the fun way, in a topless car.
• Walk the Forts – With stunning views, historic sites and diverse wildlife, these walking trails are perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.
MUST–DOSMagnetic Island – image by Amber Toms
PERCIVAL PORTRAIT
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Image Left: Frank GIACCO
Charles Blackman [detail] Oil on canvas198 x 200 cm
Acc no. 2014.0075Acquisitive Prize Winner of the Glencore Percival
Portrait Painting Prize, 2014City of Townsville Art Collection
Image Right: Roderick McNICOLThe Late Blossoming of Jack Charles [detail] Archival Digital print80 x 65 cmAcquisitive Prize Winner of the DUO Magazine Percival Photographic Portrait Prize, 2014.Collection of DUO Magazine
Applications CloseFriday 18 March 2016
Exhibition Dates6 May to 10 July 2016
Applications CloseFriday 18 March 2016
Exhibition Dates13 May to 10 July 2016
CHARTERS TOWERS Discover Hidden TreasuresThe Charters Towers region is a caravan and camping paradise, steeped in natural beauty and a sense of history. With 11 caravan parks ranging from award-winning facilities with resort-style swimming pools and all the creature comforts to classic Aussie bush camps right beside the mighty Burdekin River, there is choice aplenty.
Connecting with history, Towers Hill was a significant allied military base in World War II with some 30 concrete bunkers dotted throughout the surrounding hills still visible.
Step inside the bunkers and live the story of wartime years through interactive digital displays.
The City Hall World War II photographic display and the collection of military memorabilia at the Zara Clark Museum are must-sees.
Enroute to the Burdekin Weir, stop at the Bore Sight Range and see where bomber aircraft test fired their guns for accuracy training. The ANZAC Centenary Digital Heritage Trail and the Boer War Memorial in Lissner Park are also significant sites in Australia’s military history.
Charters Towers offers a stunning variety of natural attributes and a rich historical significance, making the region a definite “must-see” on your itinerary.
• Ravenswood – Discover an old gold mining settlement, set among the rolling hills of the outback.
• Texas Longhorn Wagon Tour – Take a traditional horse drawn wagon ride back in time to the ‘Old West’ and see the legendary Texas Longhorns.
• Tors Drive-In – An entirely unique film experience and flashback to the “olden” days.
MUST–DOSMosman Street, Charters Towers – image by Megan MacKinnon
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BURDEKIN Light up your travelsJust one hour’s drive south of Townsville is the Burdekin Shire – the sugar capital of Australia, fishing mecca, bird watching paradise.
The district is made up of the neighbouring towns of Ayr and Home Hill and includes over a dozen other smaller centres. It is as famous for its rich, flat farmlands as it is for its amazing waterways and scenic beauty.
The SS Yongala shipwreck lies just off the coast of Ayr and is ranked one of the top 10 dive sites in the world. This is a must-do for experienced divers and is easily accessible with tours departing from Ayr, Townsville and Magnetic Island.
The Burdekin region is the biggest and sweetest sugar cane producer in the country and is one of the few cane growing regions left in Australia where cane is burned before harvesting. These magnificent cane fires frequently light up the evening skies between June and December.
The Burdekin River Bridge, linking Ayr and Home Hill, is the district’s best known landmark. Known as the Silver Link, the 1,103m crossing is the only bridge in Australia without a solid footing and is longer than the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
• Birdwatching – Visit Plantation Park or Horseshoe Lagoon to see magnificent wetlands teeming with birdlife.
• Go barefoot – Nearby Alva Beach offers miles of unspoilt, sandy coastline and is a popular spot for beach fishing, birdwatching and windsurfing.
• Dive – Take an underwater tour to the world famous wreck dive, the ‘SS Yongala’.
MUST–DOSBurdekin Farmland – image by Megan MacKinnon
and the vast array of Festivals and Events that take place throughout the year. Come visit the Bountiful BurdekinCome visit the
For a complete list of all our upcoming Events,please refer to the Council’s website www.burdekin.qld.gov.au Please like us on
Some of these include:The Addams Family Production – January/FebruaryFlickerfest 2016 – 5 MarchTake the Floor – 19 MarchBurdekin Auto Festival & Car Show – 23-24 AprilBurdekin Grower Race Day – 21 MayBurdekin Show – 30 June & 1 July
Readers & Writers Festival – 15-17JulyTastes of the Burdekin – 16 JulyMania 4B Rodeo – 23 JulyWater Festival Grande Parade & Mardi Gras – 3 SeptemberGiru Show – 10 SeptemberHarvest Festival – Grande Parade & Mardi Gras – 5 November
HINCHINBROOK Nature’s paradiseThe Hinchinbrook region encompasses amazingly beautiful beaches, waterfalls and national parkland.
At 228 metres, Wallaman Falls is Australia’s highest permanent single-drop waterfall, located in Girringun National Park. Experience the beauty of World Heritage-listed rainforest and spectacular gorge views on one of the short walking tracks near the falls.
TYTO Wetlands is an award-winning destination, just perfect to while away an hour or a day of artistic, cultural or ecological excellence. The extensive centre, covering 120 hectares, features
a regional art gallery, conference and event venue, beautiful nature reserve and a cafe.
Fishing is a favourite pastime here. Throw in a line and discover why the Hinchinbrook Channel is a hot spot for fishing enthusiasts and a relaxing day on the water.
Lucinda is Shangri-La for keen anglers. Mangrove jack, coral trout, juicy mudcrabs and barramundi are all in plentiful supply. Hire a boat and head out to sea or try your luck in the estuary mangroves off the beach, or over the side of the jetty.
• Pack a picnic – Trawl the local delis, cafés and roadside fruit and veg markets, packed with local produce and traditional Italian fare.
• Taylors Beach – This quiet beachside community offers beaches, fishing and is the gateway to nearby Orpheus Island and fringing reefs.
• Thorsborne Trail – Hinchinbrook Island offers nature-lovers the best beaches, waterfalls, rainforests and savannah treks.
MUST–DOSWallaman Falls in Girringun National Park, Hinchinbrook
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2016 Theatre Season
E X P E R I E N C E I T L I V E
february
Morning Melodies: The Mikado17 February, 11am townsville civic theatre
Morning Melodies: Lonnie Lee23 – 24 February, 11amtownsville civic theatre
march
Quartet Photography by David Kelly
Quartet12 March, 7.30pm townsville civic theatre
The Underarm18 – 19 March townsville civic theatre
Morning Melodies: Cheek to Cheek 22 – 23 March, 11am townsville civic theatre
april
Morning Melodies: Tenori5 – 6 April, 11amtownsville civic theatre
Bastard Territory23 April, 7.30pmriverway arts centre
Sugarland Photography by Zan Wimberley
Sugarland26 April, 10.30amriverway arts centre
Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow26 – 27 April townsville civic theatre
Educating Rita29 – 30 Apriltownsville civic theatre
may
NQ Festival of One Act Plays6 - 8 May riverway arts centre
Riverway Sessions: Faulty Towers the Dining Experience13 – 14 May, 7.30pmriverway arts centre
Morning Melodies: Love and Roses – and a touch of shamrock17 – 18 May, 11amtownsville civic theatre
june
Wuthering Heights2 – 3 Junetownsville civic theatre
The 52-Storey Treehouse6 - 7 Junetownsville civic theatre
july
Riverway Sessions: Night and Day, the Doris and Shirley Show1 July, 7.30pmriverway arts centre
The Paris Underground
Riverway Sessions: The Paris Underground8 July, 7.30pmriverway arts centre
The Moon’s a Balloon12 – 13 July townsville civic theatre
The Peasant Prince25 – 26 July riverway arts centre
august
Snugglepot and Cuddlepie8 – 9 August riverway arts centre
Opera Queensland: The Barber of Saville17 August, 7.30pmtownsville civic theatre
Always… Patsy Cline19 – 20 August, 7.30pmtownsville civic theatre
HIPPO! HIPPO! A BIG NEW Musical Adventure! 22 – 23 Augustriverway arts centre
september
The Gizmo6 – 7 September riverway arts centre
Doll Photography by Nick Morrisey
Riverway Sessions: Doll17 September, 7.30pmriverway arts centre
october
Bell Shakespeare’s Othello6 October, 7.30pmriverway arts centre
Morning Melodies: Sweet, Sour & Saucy11 – 12 October, 11am townsville civic theatre
Riverway Sessions: Roaring Twenties12 October, 7.30pmriverway arts centre
Noni Hazlehurst in Mother Photography by Serena Ryan
Noni Hazlehurst in Mother27 October, 7.30pmriverway arts centre
november
Riverway Sessions: An Evening with Groucho4 November, 7.30pmriverway arts centre
Queensland Symphony Orchestra in Concert15 – 16 November, 6.30pmtownsville civic theatre
Morning Melodies: The Ultimate Tribute to Shirley Bassey 22 – 23 November, 11amtownsville civic theatre
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