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MAYOR’S MESSAGE

Townsville City Council’s Budget and Operational Plan for 2023/2024 is guided by the principle of economic responsibility and serving our community. With a $892.6m investment, our budget supports the city’s growth without burdening residents. We have ensured that property owners receive one of the lowest general rate increases, averaging only 3% for owneroccupiers.

Community Safety is a top concern, with $14.9m allocated. Initiatives like the Boulder Protection Program, CCTV expansion, and Community Response Vehicles will continue. Ensuring residents’ safety and mobility is another priority, with $280.9m for capital investments in roads, water networks, and pedestrian infrastructure.

To maintain a robust city, $49.2m is dedicated to essential maintenance, improving parks, roads, and aesthetics. We acknowledge the mounting cost pressures on residents and allocated $33.8m for initiatives to ease financial burdens, including concessions, discounts, grants, and support for community groups.

Councils’ stability, experienced leadership, and commitment to responsible governance shines through, ensuring Townsville remains a desirable place to live, work, and raise a family.

Cr Jenny Hill AM Mayor of Townsville

Acknowledgement Of Country

Townsville City Council acknowledges the Wulgurukaba of Gurambilbarra and Yunbenun, Bindal, Gugu Badhun and Nywaigi as the Traditional Owners of this land. We pay our respects to their cultures, their ancestors and their Elders – past and present – and all future generations.

Our Vision

A globally connected community driven by lifestyle and nature.

OUR PURPOSE Grow Townsville.