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Queensland Coastal Conference 2013
Castles in the Sand
Wednesday 2 to Friday 4 October, 2013
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The Strand, TownsvilleAbout Townsville

Townsville is Queensland's regional 'capital' with rapidly growing markets in defense, tourism, natural resources and retail and is an increasingly popular conference destination. It remains one of the fastest growing cities in the state. Located halfway between Cape York and Brisbane, Townsville Local Government Area covers 3,736km2 and is nestled on the shores of Cleveland Bay.

The city is renowned for its easygoing lifestyle, tropical weather, and natural surroundings, from arid landscapes to rainforests and the Great Barrier Reef. Family-friendly entertainment and vibrant cultural experiences are on offer both day and night. In terms of lifestyle, Townsville has something for everyone.

 

For more information on Townsville including getting here and where to stay, please click here.

Getting to Townsville

Air
Townsville Airport services most domestic Airlines and is conveniently located close to the city centre.

Rail
For more information on routes and timetables visit the Queensland Rail website www.qr.com.au

Road
Located approximately half way between Cairns and the Whitsundays, the Bruce Highway connects our Northern destinations. Sugar cane, dry and wet tropics landscapes and the "Great Green Way"

Getting around Townsville
Sunbus Buslines offers regular bus services within Townsville

Townsville Taxis provide an alternative to bus travel. For more information or to book a taxi call 131008

Climate
The region enjoys a tropical climate boasting an average 300 days of sunshine per year.

For any further information on Townsville please visit www.townsvilleholidays.info

 
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