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The Killers
Smile like you mean it and join us on the Brightside. The Killers are coming to Townsville!
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Upcoming Events
Faulty Towers The Dining Experience - Townsville
Officially the world’s longest running and most successful tribute to the BBC’s famous sitcom, this Australian original has made its international mark as an ‘unforgettable night out’ (The West Australian). Selling out at shows all over the world—including Sydney Opera House and London’s West End—it’s now returning to the Mercure Townsville. But be warned: tickets will sell out here too, so early booking is essential! Basil, Manuel and Sybil are in town—and they’re bringing a healthy dose of mayhem to your door. Fully immersive, highly interactive and completely original, this is the top-flight show where anything can happen and usually does—and with 70% of the show improvised, it’s never the same twice. With two hours of comedy, three courses of food, and five-star reviews, expect chaos, laughs, and a brilliant night out. "Seriously funny." - The Advertiser, Adelaide Fringe "Laughs galore!" - The Holiday and Travel Magazine, Sydney Opera House "Brilliant comedic timing." - Australian Stage, Brisbane Golf Club "Outrageously funny." - BroadwayBaby, Edinburgh Fringe "Hilarious!" - What’s on London Experience the world’s ♯1 experience! Doors open 30 minutes before show start time. Booking fee included in ticket price. All tickets include a 3-course meal and 2-hour interactive show....
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Katchafire + Laughton Kora (NZ) - Townsville
Māori reggae rockers Katchafire have announced their Australia 2024 tour dates in November & December, with shows in Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and Western Australia. Special guest on the tour is fellow New Zealander Laughton Kora, with local supports to be announced. Katchafire recently released soothing new single “Commit” with a powerful message about human connection, empathy, and peaceful resolutions. Katchafire have crafted a universal vibe within their music building off the foundations of classic roots reggae, R’n’B, funk and modern dancehall whilst fusing it together with catchy pop, infectious grooves and uplifting vibes. With six successful albums, multiple awards, platinum sales, hit singles, and a massive fanbase selling out shows around the world, Katchafire continue to bring their pure sound to music lovers worldwide. There is no stopping the 'fire!...
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Insect Agency Curator Tours
Explore the new Insect Agency exhibition at Queensland Museum Tropics in an exclusive Curator Tour, and be expertly led by Dr. Chris Burwell, Queensland Museum’s Senior Scientist and Curator of Entomology. Discover the mind-blowing diversity of shapes, colours and species of the insect world on this small group tour through the exhibition, and hear stories and highlights about insect’s role in maintaining healthy ecosystems, pollinating crops, and providing inspiration for new technologies. You’ll be buzzing for more and have a chance for questions and discussion at the end of the tour. Get ready to feel truly inspired by these six-legged superheroes!...
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Tipsy Doodle Paint and Sip
Unleash your inner artist with Tipsy Doodle art parties! Join them for a 3-hour session where they walk you through how to create one of their masterpieces. You don't have to be an artist to walk our with a creation you can be proud of. You can byo drinks and nibbles and make a party of it....
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Insect Agency
Insects are everywhere, in a mind-blowing diversity of shapes, colours and species. Insect Agency, an exhibition developed by Queensland Museum, explores the surprising variety of ways insects do good - for the planet and humanity. From maintaining healthy ecosystems, and pollinating crops, to providing inspiration for new technologies, they are six-legged superheroes. Discover more than 1,700 insect specimens, from the tiniest wasps to brightly coloured butterflies, Dracula ants, dung beetles and stick insects. Experience nearly all 349 species of Queensland butterflies on display. Learn about the Dracula Ant, whose jaws can snap shut at a speed of 320 kilometres per hour! Discover the internal structure of a Giant Bull Ant nest cast in aluminium, especially for the exhibition – highlighting that ants (and termites) are underground ecosystem engineers. Test your skills with Metamorphosis Match and learn all about insect life cycles! Get interactive with the digital Bug Builder and Insect Sorter games. Feature your flutter with the exclusive in-exhibition photo opportunity and quadroscope!...
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The Killers
It’s 20 years since The Killers blasted on to the music scene with their iconic ARIA #1 debut album Hot Fuss. In celebration, The Killers have confirmed they will be heading to Australia this November/December with shows in Townsville, Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne. Townsville will be kicking off the Australian tour dates, with this being the very first time The Killers have performed in the Queensland city. Both Townsville and Brisbane will be hosting the Rebel Diamonds best of concert. No strangers to Australian shores, The Killers have been firmly adopted as favourites sons of Australia, even performing a universally acclaimed set at the AFL Grand Final in 2017. They most recently released new single Bright Lights, a track lauded by Rolling Stone as ‘anthemic’ and by NME as ‘euphoric’. The band have been performing the new single at their Hot Fuss sold out residency in their hometown of Las Vegas this past month to widespread accolades....
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International Day of People with Disability 2024
Celebrate International Day of People with Disability 2024 with Dancenorth Australia and Townsville Community Learning Centre. International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) is a United Nations-sanctioned day that celebrates the contributions and achievements of people with disability and promotes awareness, understanding and acceptance in the communities. This December, Dancenorth is proud to celebrate International Day of People with Disability 2024 with a special free event honouring the incredible local artists, dancers, and community members with disability. In collaboration with a vibrant group of young dancers from the Townsville Community Learning Centre, Dancenorth presents an original performance inspired by our latest work, Lighting the Dark. Join them to celebrate diversity, inclusivity and creativity within the community through the transformative power of dance. This event will be Auslan interpreted. Everyone in the cast and audience will be invited to dance after the performance. *This event will be photographed.*...
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Toni Childs - A Retrospective - Charters Towers
Join the legendary Toni Childs for a special two-hour solo performance as she celebrates her life's musical works in song and in story. Toni will be performing hits and fan favourites from Union, House of Hope, The Woman's Boat and Keep the Faith, and sharing stories of how Union came to life in the first hour of her show. The second hour will be an introduction to Toni’s new music, from two very special albums It’s All a Beautiful Noise and Citizens of the Planet. Emmy Winner and three-time Grammy nominated recording artist, Toni is a celebrated singer-songwriter known for her powerful voice, inspiring independent spirit and crafted storytelling. With fans in over 50 countries around the world, Toni has produced a list of international hits such as: Don’t Walk Away, Stop Your Fussin’, Walk and Talk Like Angels, Zimbabwe, Where’s the Ocean, Many Rivers to Cross, I’ve Got to Go Now and Because You’re Beautiful, to name a few. Over Toni’s illustrious career she has opened for Bob Dylan and performed duets with greats such as Al Green and Peter Gabriel. She has toured the world over gaining a much-loved fan base. The coming years will see the wider release of two very special albums of music: first, It’s All A Beautiful Noise and the second Citizens Of The Planet....
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Little Lifesavers - Alma Bay
Little Lifesavers is a fantastic way to keep the kids active, engaged and learn important water safety skills. This program is a great way to educate children on the important aspects of water safety, whilst also increasing their skills and confidence in the water with a variety of water safety and lifesaving techniques....
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