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Your quest for wonder, for freedom, for inner bliss and indulgence begins here! Come on, join us – Find Your Shine in Townsville North Queensland.
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Home to all of Australia's most iconic landscapes, choose your view to start planning your perfect stay in paradise.
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Home to all of Australia's most iconic landscapes, choose your view to start planning your perfect stay in paradise.
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Whether you're in pursuit of adventure, prefer a leisurely pace or an activity to excite an active mind, there is something for you in Townsville North Queensland.
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Everything you need to know for the ultimate Townsville North Queensland experience.
Upcoming Events
Burdekin Sugar Rush
The Burdekin Sugar Rush is the signature running event for the Burdekin Road Runners and Walkers Club. The event not only showcases the spectacular features of the Burdekin Shire, but also celebrates the role that fun and fitness has in the community.. The event attracts running enthusiasts from around the region (including Townsville, Cairns, Charters Towers, Whitsundays and Mackay) and also has a key focus of attracting first time competitors through the provision of a half marathon (21 kilometres), five and ten kilometre fun run, team challenge and kids fun run. Most participants take part for the personal challenge, the experience of a vibrant community event and embracing an active and healthy lifestyle. The Rush Aims to: Create a signature running event for the district. Profile the Burdekin’s quality health and fitness facilities which enhance the visitor experience, which will in turn increase economic activity for the district. Promote to visitors that participating is an excellent way to experience the district’s wonderful lifestyle. Sugar Rush Start Times: 6.30am 21 kilometres. 7.15am 10 kilometres. 7.30am 5 kilometres, Seniors, Juniors Under16 and Pram Push....
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Cape Pallarenda Trail Run
The signature event in the Mike Carney Toyota Trail Run Series 2021. So close to home and taking in some of the best trails in Townsville with stunning views onto Magnetic Island. The event offers a distance for everyone, a five-kilometre course for the kids or first timers, 12 kilometres for the runners who are craving more and 21 kilometres- the half marathon distance for the ones who like a good challenge....
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Centenary Park Charity Markets
On the fourth Sunday of each month, local producers gather at Centenary Park to sell fresh produce, home made crafts, jewellery, clothing and just about anything else you can think of. Stroll through the beautiful surrounds of Centenary Park and chat to a local, with over 50 stalls each month and the local Country Music Club providing live music. Each month the markets raise funds for a nominated charity....
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Forrest Beach Market
Unwind and enjoy the relaxed beach setting. Market boasts a variety of local arts and craft, fresh produce, plants, bric-a-brac, raffles, kids activities and food vendors. Market occurs on the fourth Sunday of the month between May and September. ...
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Lucinda Markets
The Lucinda markets are on every second Sunday from May to September. Win a meat tray or a bag of prawns. Soak up the relaxing casual atmosphere. Enjoy the music. Indulge in a coffee, hot food, seaside views. Entertain the children (playground); stroll the beach; lunch in Lucinda; browse over 20 stalls. Make sure you plan enough time to enjoy the Lucinda. Lucinda is a photographer's dream destination. The contrast of the rising or setting sun, golden beach, calm sea and backdrop of Hinchinbrook Island juxtaposed against the engineering marvel that is Lucinda jetty makes for a composition that even amateur photographers will delight in. With a plethora of vantage points to capture the an array of shots, the incredible opportunities for photography have been known to waylay plans for the day or even longer. ...
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North Queensland Elite Rodeo
North Queensland Elite Rodeo has changed to two nights of action packed Rodeo. The 2019 Prize money was over AUD70,000. It is no longer invitational only. The aim of the event is to put the very best Rodeo athletes against the best Rodeo stock in the country. Their goal is to not only put on one of the greatest competitions for spectators but to also show junior and emerging rodeo stars that there is a pathway for this great sport....
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September 4X4 Fun Day
Keen to try out your new 4x4 and don't know where to go? Had a 4x4 for years and have run out of new places? Don't have anyone to go with? CT 4x4 Club Fun Day allows novice and experienced drivers an area to test their vehicles in a range of terrain including soft sand and rocky outcrops, with the surety of having experienced Four Wheel Drive Queensland members on-hand to assist and guide where required or just for recovery. Located just nine kilometres from Charters Towers central business district, the Millchester Motor Sport and Recreation Facility has it all from winch walls to mud pits that host the NQ Off Road Challenge, participants can come for the weekend and enjoy all that the Towers has to offer. CT 4x4 Club is a family friendly club catering for all 4x4 enthusiasts.....
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North Queensland Toyota Cowboys versus Manly Warringah Sea Eagles
Witness first-hand the thrilling atmosphere of a North Queensland Toyota Cowboys home game at their state-of-art home, Queensland Country Bank Stadium, as they take on the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles in the last home game of the regular season! Leading the charge is three-time Dally M Medal winner Jason Taumalolo, backed up by crowd-favourites Kyle Feldt, Valentine Holmes, Jordan McLean, Scott Drinkwater and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow. Secure your tickets now to see these 12 action-packed match days that promises to whet the appetite of rugby league fans throughout the region!...
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North Queensland Toyota Cowboys versus Wests Tigers
Witness first-hand the thrilling atmosphere of a North Queensland Toyota Cowboys home game at their state-of-art home, Queensland Country Bank Stadium, as they take on the Wests Tigers! Leading the charge is three-time Dally M Medal winner Jason Taumalolo and international and State of Origin representative Michael Morgan, backed up by crowd-favourites Kyle Feldt, Valentine Holmes, Jordan McLean, Scott Drinkwater and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow. Secure your tickets now to see these 12 action-packed match days that promises to whet the appetite of rugby league fans throughout the region!...
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