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May 16, 20232 min read
Secret of the Dambusters unveiled for the first time
The Australian War Memorial has unveiled a key piece from one of the most famous air raids of the Second World War: Operation Chastise,...
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Magnetic Community News
May 12, 20233 min read
Queensland Police Service launches podcast to open the doors of domestic violence
On average, one woman a week is murdered by her current or former partner in Australia. To mark Domestic and Family Violence Prevention...
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Magnetic Community News
May 11, 20232 min read
Council appoints former top cop to boost community safety
Decorated former Queensland Police sergeant Clint Drew has been appointed by Townsville City Council to build on its strong community...
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Magnetic Community News
May 9, 20231 min read
Smoke from planned burn -
The Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) will conduct planned burn operations within Magnetic Island National Park (in the hills...
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Magnetic Community News
May 8, 20231 min read
Townsville, multiple charges across the weekend
Townsville police have charged 10 people with multiple charges across the weekend following investigations into stolen vehicles. A Holden...
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Magnetic Community News
May 4, 20232 min read
PUBLIC NOTICE
Preparations underway in lead-up to fire season on Magnetic Island Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) have commenced...
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Magnetic Community News
Apr 30, 20232 min read
FRAN SETS UP “NO FRILLS” CAMPAIGN HQ IN OONOONBA
Pictured above: Fran O'Callaghan Photo Townsville Bulletin Mayoral candidate Fran O’Callaghan has opened a “no frills” campaign office in...
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Magnetic Community News
Apr 29, 20233 min read
MOUA ‘Ocean Sentinels’ prepare for installation
The Museum of Underwater Art (MOUA) creator, and internationally renowned underwater sculptor – Jason deCaires Taylor has arrived in...
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Magnetic Community News
Apr 28, 20231 min read
PUBLIC NOTICE ROADWORKS
Council recognises the importance of a safely connected city and currently maintains about 1700kms of road and 540kms of pathways across...
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Magnetic Community News
Apr 28, 20231 min read
PUBLIC NOTICE
May MIRRA meeting will be held at 10am Saturdy 6th May at the RSL Hall Hayles Ave Arcadia All Welcome
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Magnetic Community News
Apr 26, 20232 min read
Council puts the wind in Magnetic Island Race Week’s sails
Council has today endorsed a $50,000 sponsorship of the iconic Magnetic Island Race Week for 2023 and 2024. The popular annual sailing...
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Magnetic Community News
Apr 22, 20231 min read
ANZAC DAY DAWN SERVICE ALMA BAY
Pictured above: Sunrise over Alma Bay ANZAC Day 2015. Photo Debbie Denison Magnetic Island RSL Sub-Branch Inc. invite veterans,...
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Magnetic Community News
Apr 20, 20232 min read
New ‘special constables’ to provide frontline support
The Queensland Police Service (QPS) will establish a pool of ‘relief’ or ‘substitute’ police officers, similar to what exists in the...
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Magnetic Community News
Apr 19, 20232 min read
School zone enforcement returns as Operation Victor Easter wraps up with some alarming results
Queensland Police are pleading with parents not to drink and drive with their children in the car, after detecting 1244 drink and drug...
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Magnetic Community News
Apr 14, 20232 min read
Magnetic Island kerbside collection made easier than ever
Make the most of Townsville City Council’s free kerbside collection service by signing up online now. The convenient to-your-door...
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Magnetic Community News
Apr 11, 20232 min read
Townsville lights up for French navy
Pictured above: The view of Townsville from the deck of visiting French naval ship the FS Dixmude Landmarks around Townsville are being...
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Magnetic Community News
Apr 5, 20232 min read
Magnetic Island an Easter holidays magnet
Pictured above: Magnetic Island is a huge drawcard for visitors over the Easter holidays. Townsville is again proving to be the...
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Magnetic Community News
Apr 3, 20231 min read
HAVE YOUR SAY
Council is upgrading the public amenities at Picnic Bay on Magnetic Island, to provide residents and tourists with safe and accessible...
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