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Where is Townsville, Australia?

Written and Fact-checked by Whereig Web Team | Updated On: December 10, 2025, 14:10 ET

Townsville is located on the northeastern coast of Queensland, about 1,350 kilometres north of Brisbane. It lies between the Coral Sea and the foothills of the Hervey Range, with the Ross River running through the city. It is famous for its tropical climate, access to Magnetic Island and the Great Barrier Reef, and its role as a major regional hub in North Queensland.

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Facts about Townsville, Australia

Country	Australia
State	Queensland
Region	North Queensland
Location	On the northeastern coast of Queensland, along the Coral Sea, near the mouth of the Ross River
Coordinates	19.25° S, 146.82° E
Local Government Area	City of Townsville
Founded	1866
Original Name	Townsville (named after Robert Towns, a businessman)
Elevation	~5–20 m
Population	Approx. 180,000 (urban area); metro region ~240,000
Area	Approx. 3,725 sq km (LGA)
Time Zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Postcode	4810–4817
Major Waterways	Ross River, Cleveland Bay, Coral Sea
Top Attractions	Castle Hill, The Strand, Reef HQ Aquarium, Magnetic Island, Billabong Sanctuary, Riverway Arts Centre.
Demonym	Townsville residents
Main Industries	Defence, mining, education, health services, tourism, port & logistics
Nearest Airport	Townsville Airport (TSV)
Website	https://www.townsville.qld.gov.au

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