The largest city in the North of the Tropic of Capricorn and known as the “Tropical Capital of North Queensland”. It is a charming and unique city and unlike any other cities. It is full of tourist attractions, awarded for excellent restaurants, national parks and hosting the cultural festivals and sport events each year. Also, it is not far from The Great Barrier Reef, the world’s largest coral reef system in the world.

Weather in Townsville

Townsville has a dry tropical climate, resulting in only two distinct seasons throughout the year:

Wet Season: November – April, with temperatures ranging from 20°C to 31°C.
Dry Season: May – October, with temperatures ranging from 13°C to 29°C.

Why Study in Townsville?

A Unique Cultural and Natural Environment: Townsville is a city rich in culture, surrounded by nature, and known for its high level of safety.
“Sunshine City of Queensland”: The city enjoys sunshine for 320 days a year and is also known as the “Capital of the North.”
Endless Outdoor Activities: From diving to explore coral reefs, strolling along the beach, visiting water parks, exploring rock pools, and chasing waterfalls, Townsville offers a wide range of outdoor adventures.

Recommended Universities in Townsville

CQUniversity – Townsville Campus
James Cook University – Townsville Campus

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Attractions in Townsville

The Strand

A scenic beach promenade that attracts tourists, offering spots for relaxation, water activities, sports, and hosting the Strand Night Markets, along with a water park and Rockpool.

Magnetic Island

An island that is part of the Great Barrier Reef, featuring over 24 kilometers of hiking trails, and known as a place to observe the natural habitat of koalas and wallabies.

Great Barrier Reef

One of the world’s natural wonders, located along the northeastern coast of Queensland, the Great Barrier Reef consists of a vast network of over 900 islands.

Museum of Underwater Art

A museum that collects underwater sculptures, not just for their beauty, but also to inspire younger generations to explore the underwater world and promote coral reef conservation.

Queensland Museum Tropics

A museum and exhibition center of Queensland that houses over 1.2 million artifacts and geological treasures, with notable pieces such as the wreckage of the HMS Pandora, linked to the mutiny aboard the Bounty.

Wallaman Falls

The tallest single-drop waterfall in Australia, standing at 268 meters, located in the Girringun National Park, which is part of the World Heritage-listed rainforests

Billabong Sanctuary

An 11-hectare wildlife sanctuary, located 17 kilometers from the center of Townsville, offers visitors the chance to get up close with koalas, wombats, wallabies, and other local animals.

SS Yongala

One of the most beautiful wreck diving sites in the world, the SS Yongala sank due to a cyclone in 1911. It has since become a home for sea snakes, sharks, stingrays, and barracuda.

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