Townsville
On 15 March 2008, history was made when the cities of Townsville and Thuringowa united with NQ Water to form the largest regional city in Queensland. Townsville City Council covers an of 3736 km² and has a population of approximately 180,000.
Located in a dry tropics climate, Townsville offers an average of 300 days of sunshine each year. The region’s weather pattern is dominated by a short wet summer with considerable rainfall and a relatively long dry period for the remainder of the year.
The Strand
The Strand: is a seaside foreshore located in Townsville, Australia. It is located in the suburb of North Ward. The Strand has a magnificent view of the Port of Townsville and Magnetic Island, as well as views stretching all the way out to Cape Cleveland.
Townsville's fantastic beachfront promenade, The Strand incorporates a jetty, recreational park, restaurants, cafes, a series of headlands, a free water park, picnic areas and swimming pools and enclosures.
Ask a Local
Townsville Visitor Information Centre
70 - 102 Flinders Street
Townsville Qld 4810
Tel: (07) 4721 1116
Fax: (07) 4721 1116
Email: tel@tel.com.au
Website: www.townsvilleholidays.info
Magnetic Island
Magnetic island is only 25 minutes from the city centre by regular, fast cat ferries. Two thirds of Magnetic Island is National Park with secluded but easily accessible bays and golden beaches. There are a vast range of activities available including: boat trips around the island, parasailing, Harley Davidson tours, water sports, golf, diving expeditions, jet skiing, great fishing, horse riding.