Townsville City Council

We invite tenders for the following services: ➡️ Cleveland Bay Wastewater Treatment Plant Blower Replacement Stage 3 𝗧𝗘𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗥 𝗡𝗢: TCW00663 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗖𝗧 𝗧𝗬𝗣𝗘: AS4000 - Construct Only 𝗖𝗟𝗢𝗦𝗘: 5pm, Sunday 23 February 2025 ➡️ Supply of Scaffolding & Associated Services 𝗧𝗘𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗥 𝗡𝗢: RPS00157 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗖𝗧 𝗧𝗬𝗣𝗘: Services 𝗖𝗟𝗢𝗦𝗘: 5pm, Monday 24 February 2025 For more information and to apply, visit: http://bit.ly/2oevO7d #Tender #LocalGovernment

Celebrate Townsville’s wetland biodiversity and the role it plays for the city’s environmental health this World Wetlands Day.   The international day for celebrating and raising awareness for wetlands marks the anniversary of The Ramsar Convention on Wetlands, which was adopted as an international treaty in 1971.   This year’s World Wetlands Day falls on Sunday and its theme is ‘protecting wetlands for our common future’, shining a light on the important role wetlands play in safeguarding wildlife and cities’ natural environments.   Councillor Suzy Batkovic said Townsville was home to the 56-hectare Bowling Green Bay, a designated Ramsar Wetland of International Importance and the associated 1000-hectare Wongaloo Conservation Park, shared with the Burdekin, and also contained many other environmentally and culturally important wetlands of significance to Townsville’s First Nations people and Traditional Owners.   “Townsville’s wetlands like Bowling Green Bay, the Borrow Pits, Town Common and Rowes Bay are home to more than 200 bird species, as well as other reptiles, mammals, amphibians and macro-invertebrates,” Cr Batkovic said.   “These natural spaces offer a place for people to connect with nature through birdwatching, fishing, eco-tourism or educational experiences to see wetland birdlife, with walking tracks and bird hides to explore. Here in Townsville our Rowes Bay and Town Common wetlands are regular spots for birdwatchers, nature walkers and international visitors to enjoy the great outdoors.   “Wetlands may not always appear wet, and are often seasonally dry, yet they are a place that groundwater is stored during periods of dry weather and are an oasis for birds like brolgas, magpie geese and jabirus as well as insects and other small animals.”   Cr Batkovic said wetlands were a significant contributor to the city’s carbon-cycle.   “Wetlands store carbon in their plants and soils. Coastal wetlands are such effective carbon sinks that they can actually store between two to four times more carbon per hectare and sequester it between 30 to 50 times faster than terrestrial forests,” she said.   “Our natural wetlands include mangroves, floodplains, marshes and rivers, which all include thriving plant and animal life and serve as natural safeguards against disasters.   “Our wetlands also play their part for our natural environment by filtering pollutants that run off the land and through our creeks and rivers before they land at the Great Barrier Reef. They also play a part in slowing down floodwaters and trapping sediment to prevent silt build-up in our waterways.   “Council is committed to continuing its work to protect and preserve Townsville’s wetlands for the benefits of the environment and the city.”

Townsville Rugby lovers have scored a huge win, with the city securing the host-rights of four Rugby World Cup matches in 2027.   Townsville and Brisbane will share in hosting 14 games during the six-week Rugby bonanza, with four pool matches to be played at Queensland Country Bank Stadium and 10 games to be played at Brisbane’s Suncorp Stadium, featuring six pool matches, two round-of-16 games and two quarter finals.   Townsville Councillor and Olympian Suzy Batkovic said the announcement was fantastic news for the Townsville community.   “It’s no secret Townsville loves our sport and there really is nothing quite like the buzz around an international event, particularly when the Rugby World Cup is the third largest sporting event in the world,” Cr Batkovic said. “We are well versed in hosting world-class sporting events, so to be able to host four Rugby World Cup games here at our stadium in 2027 will be a real hit and not just for our rugby fanatics, but the whole community, from grass-roots athletes to our hospitality providers and everyone in between.” Minister for Sport Tim Mander said the announcement was a major coup for Queensland. “Queensland has secured nearly a third of the matches for the Men’s Rugby World Cup,” Minister Mander said. “We expect that the Rugby World Cup will encourage Queenslanders to be more active, boosting participation in sport and leaving a lasting legacy.” Minister for the Environment and Tourism Andrew Powell said securing the event was a major win for Queensland tourism.  “The tournament is set to generate more than $212 million in visitor spend for the state’s economy and put the eyes of the world on Queensland less than five years before the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games transform our state forever,” Minister Powell said. Townsville Enterprise CEO Claudia Brumme-Smith said securing an event of this scale was a huge boost and will put Townsville again on the global sporting stage with billions of viewers following the Rugby World Cup.   "An event of this scale is expected to generate millions in economic impact for Townsville North Queensland, and will truly place Townsville on the global stage thanks to the international broadcast opportunities," Ms Brumme-Smith said. The Rugby World Cup 2027 will be played in five Australian states from 1 October to 13 November 2027, with the competition organised in six pool groups of four teams and a round-of-16 phase added to the knock-out rounds.   Townsville & District Rugby Union’s Director of Rugby Daniel Withers said his experience as a teenager in 2003 when Townsville hosted Japan, opened his eyes to Rugby Union as a world-game. “Having world-class rugby in my town was a special moment for me and really sold the global aspect of rugby to me as a junior player, that experience has seen me as a fan travel to various World Cups, so to have that opportunity in Townsville is special,” Mr Withers said. Full release: https://bit.ly/40T41Mt

A new arena and upgrades to three sporting precincts are the top priorities outlined in Townsville City Council’s submission to the State Government’s 100-day review into Olympic and Paralympic Games infrastructure.   The review will assess statewide infrastructure related to the Olympic and Paralympic Games and is Council’s opportunity to make its voice heard to the Queensland Government to request much-needed infrastructure ahead of to the Games.   Townsville 2032 Legacy Working Group chairperson Councillor Suzy Batkovic OLY said Townsville deserved high-quality local sports infrastructure to benefit sports, tourism and major events across the city.   “I’m proud to be working with all levels of government to make sure Townsville is getting its fair share ahead of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. There are funds available from the State Government, so we want to make sure our community gets what it needs and give Townsville the opportunity to become a sports hub in the lead up to the Games,” Cr Batkovic said. “There are four major priorities in Council’s submission to the 100-day review, including delivering a new arena for Townsville and upgrading Murray Sporting Complex, Riverway Stadium and the Townsville Aquatic Precinct.   “Townsville Entertainment Centre is at the end of its life, so the time has come to build a new and robust arena for our community.   “The new, multi-use and high-tech arena will not only be a much-needed training ground ahead of the Olympics, but a significant piece of infrastructure that will bring jobs to Townsville from the very start of construction and benefit our region for years to come before and after the Games.   “I often say ‘if you can see it, you can be it’, so having the infrastructure here in Townsville to attract major sporting events will give our kids in North Queensland the chance to see it, be inspired and chase their dreams. It doesn’t matter if you’re from a regional town or a capital city, we should have the right infrastructure available for our kids to be inspired and work towards the goal of Brisbane 2032.   “We have seven years to get this infrastructure up and running for the benefit of Townsville and our young sports stars from across the region.”    Townsville City Council’s submission asks for an investment of $180 million from the State Government and a matched $180 million from the Federal Government for the new arena, with the remaining projects needing about $55 million.   Read more: https://bit.ly/4anUTCw

We invite tenders for the following service: ➡️ West End Reservoir Renewal Works 𝗧𝗘𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗥 𝗡𝗢: TCW00616 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗖𝗧 𝗧𝗬𝗣𝗘: TCC Modified Terms for AS4000 𝗖𝗟𝗢𝗦𝗘: 10am, Wednesday 12 February 2025 For more information and to apply, visit: http://bit.ly/2oevO7d #Tender #LocalGovernment

A specialised Dry Tropics nursery responsible for growing tens of thousands of native plants for the region has been renamed after a long-serving Council employee.   In what acting Mayor Ann-Maree Greaney described as recognition for invaluable service to Townsville’s parks and gardens, Council has officially named its dry tropics nursery after long-time Parks team member Ken Armitage, who has clocked almost half a century with Council.   Councillor Greaney said Ken started out as a fresh-faced trainee in the Parks team more than 48 years ago and worked in a number of different positions in Parks, including a stint as onsite manager of Anderson Gardens, and is currently employed as a Senior Team Leader.   “Ken has served Townsville for near on half a century and in that time has literally shaped our city through our amazing parks and botanical gardens,” Cr Greaney said.   “Throughout his time, Ken has filled a variety of positions. In fact, he was the first Team Leader of The Strand when it was newly minted in 1999.   “The nursery reflects Council’s shared commitment to sustainability, resilience and community, so being able to recognise a man that gives the trees grown in the nursery and gardens across the city a run for their money when it comes to wisdom, is very special.”   Councillor Greaney said the Dry Tropics Nursery was reestablished in 2022, after Council recognised the need to be able to supply its own native plants that are uniquely suited to Townsville’s dry tropics climate.   “Ken was pivotal is developing a business case to get the nursery back up and running, and by doing so we’re able to save money when it comes to providing essential resources for revegetation, landscaping, and community-driven greening projects,” she said.   “By growing and nurturing tens of thousands of native plants every year, we are investing in a greener and more sustainable future and creating a space where we can learn, collaborate, and make a tangible difference out in the community.”   An official naming ceremony for the Ken Armitage Dry Tropics Nursery was held last week at Council’s Wellington Street depot with some 70-odd attendees witnessing the unveiling of the nursery’s new name.   Ken Armitage said it was an honour to have the nursery named after him after years of work to get it reestablished.   “It was a huge loss when we lost the nursery originally, the reality is you just can’t buy trees in that are perfectly suited to our region the way that our team can produce them here,” Mr Armitage said.   “It’s just something you never expect to happen, so to see the new sign and have the crews come out to celebrate, it was just really great to be there." Read the full media release here: https://bit.ly/3C2SsJ4

Exciting Opportunities for Townsville! Townsville’s City Activation and Housing Incentive Policy is here to boost our city’s growth, create jobs, and make our community even better! Component 1 and 3 are still open for applications. 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝟭 - 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 🏠 Waiver of Infrastructure Charges for new housing, conversions, and new lots! 🗓️ Applications: 1 July 2024 - 30 June 2025 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝟮 -𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 - 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗙𝗨𝗟𝗟𝗬 𝗘𝗫𝗛𝗔𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗗 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝟯 - 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 🚧 Supports job-creating developments with Infrastructure Charge waivers! 🗓️ Applications: 1 July 2024 - 30 June 2025 For more info, visit: https://bit.ly/3rCnrq5

Townsville homeowners are being encouraged to update their mailing address by January 23 in time to receive February’s rates and utilities notices. Acting Mayor Ann-Maree Greaney said it was important for homeowners to receive their rates to the correct address. “If you are a homeowner who receives a printed rates and utilities notice in the mail, it’s important to make sure your address is up to date. You can do this quickly and easily by going to Council’s website or calling 13 48 10,” Cr Greaney said. “Homeowners can also switch to eNotices to receive rate and utilities notices straight to their email inbox. To do this, jump onto Council’s View Rate and Animal Notices Online webpage and follow the steps on screen. “Your rates balance can also be checked throughout the year with Council’s easy-to-use Check Your Rates Balance tool online.” Council invests rates and utilities charges back into the community. For every $100 of rates paid, $38.22 goes to roads and transport management, $25.76 goes to parks and open space management, $18.58 goes to cultural and community services, $6.29 goes to planning and development, $6.07 goes to drain and stormwater management and $5.08 goes to environment and sustainability services. For every $100 of utilities paid, $62.53 goes to water services, $25.23 goes to wastewater services and $12.24 goes to resource recovery. For more information on rates and utilities, including how to update your mailing address, visit https://bit.ly/3E1Gvng

We invite tenders for the following service: ➡️ Traffic Management Services 𝗧𝗘𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗥 𝗡𝗢: RPS00195 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗖𝗧 𝗧𝗬𝗣𝗘: Services Contract 𝗖𝗟𝗢𝗦𝗘: 5pm, Thursday 6 February 2025 For more information and to apply, visit: http://bit.ly/2oevO7d #Tender #LocalGovernment

Congratulations to our Team Leader of Wastewater Treatment, Dale Williams who was recently included in the Water Industry Operations Association of Australia (WIOA) publication Operator highlighting his career and achievements at Townsville City Council. Dale was recently a finalist of the Queensland Operator of the Year (Civil/All Rounder) Award 2024 and internally was named one of Council's HSR of the Year. Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/4fNDbcP