This year, history comes to life with The Great Gold Robbery of Charters Towers, a locally written play inspired by a real-life gold heist from the late 19th century.
The Great Gold Robbery of Charters Towers
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Charters Towers Marks 110th Anniversary of Anzac Day
Charters Towers came together on Friday to mark the 110th anniversary of the Gallipoli landings, honouring all Australians who have served in times of war and peace. A highlight of this year’s events was the attendance of a World War II veteran, who laid a wreath in tribute to fallen mates.
Flying fox dispersal update – Day 9
Following nine days of dispersal activity, most of the flying fox population has relocated from Lissner Park.
Bush Kids Make a Splash at ICPA Swim Clinic in Charters Towers
The annual ICPA Swim Clinic is currently underway at the Kennedy Regiment Memorial Pool in Charters Towers, bringing together 100 children from remote properties across Queensland for two days of essential water safety training and social connection.
Bow Street demolition works
Demolition works have commenced at the Charters Towers Regional Council’s Bow Street housing precinct, with two aged dwellings being removed.
Local Golf Champion
At just 14 years old, Phoebe Moffat is already making waves on the junior golf circuit. Last week, she took out the title of Girls Champion at the Townsville Junior Golf Classic — a major milestone in what’s already been an impressive journey. https://youtu.be/m0sxhi-bE-o
Renew Charters Towers initiative
The heart of Charters Towers is getting a fresh burst of energy, thanks to a new initiative aiming to revitalise the town’s CBD.
Mower Racing season has begun!
The North Queensland Mower Racing Club has fired up the engines for their first race of the season, and it’s all about speed and good old family fun.
Lissner Park – Flying Fox Dispersal
Dispersal efforts to relocate flying fox from Lissner Park and the surrounding CBD are scheduled to begin this week, as part of Council’s ongoing commitment to move flying-fox populations out of town.
Rotary Easter Markets
The Poppet Head Plaza came alive on Friday night for the Rotary Easter Markets, with proceeds from the event going towards purchasing fuel to fly emergency fodder supplies out to flood-affected farmers.