Welcome to Townsville, Queensland

Located along the Queensland coast, Townsville not only has a fascinating and rich history, but also current great living and work opportunities for those looking for a city with a vibrant culture, surrounded by beautiful landscape.

With a population of 200,000 people (from many corners of the world) Townsville is known for many things, whether that be the remarkable layout of the city or the beauty and attractions in the surrounding areas.

Life in Townsville

Townsville is considered by many as the unofficial capital of the tropical North Queensland region. Just a 2-hour flight from Brisbane or minutes’ drive to many other attractions, those living in the city have plenty of options when it comes to lifestyle. That means that if you are a fan of museums and culture, the city has plenty of options such as the Maritime Museum, the natural history museum, and the museum of underwater art, to name a few. If it is the outdoor adventures you are after, there’s plenty of bush walk options, fishing, camping, and basically everything one could possibly want when it comes to creating great moments and memories.

The city is also full of cafes, restaurants, bars, and just about something for everybody when it comes to culture and entertainment, including sport, music, and leisure.

Amongst the many things happening in the city, Townsville is the host to several well-known events such as the Australian Festival of Chambers Music that takes place every July and is held across 10 days. Other big events include celebrating different cultures such as the annual Greek, Indian, Italian and Filipino festivals. All the current and upcoming festivals and activities can be found on thetown events calendar

Education

When it comes to schools, Townsville has over 60 private and state schools, including primary and secondary education. It also has a number of options when it comes to universities including the James Cook University (JCU) and CQ University.

The Weather

Townsville has a tropical climate as its north of The Tropic Of Capricorn

The wet season is November – May and dry Season: June – October. The Average temperature one can expect is 25 – 31 degrees.

Further Information for GPs

• Townville in Queensland Is DPA MM2

• The median weekly household income is $1, 621

• As a GP there is a large amount of opportunities in Towsnville

For more information, reach out to our team at Doctor Connect