Australia Day
Date:
Mon, 26 Jan 2026
Time:
6:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Cost:
Free
Venue:
Jezzine Barracks
38-52 Howitt Street
North Ward QLD 4810
38-52 Howitt Street
North Ward QLD 4810
Phone:
Overview
Reflect, respect, and celebrate this Australia Day with Townsville City Council.
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 6:30am | 5km Aussie Fun Run |
|
Start your day strong! Run, jog or walk the 5km Aussie Fun Run, then enjoy a FREE Aussie breakfast from 8am. Fun run registrations are now open! | |
| 9am | Flag Raising Ceremony |
| Join us at the official Australia Day Flag Raising Ceremony - a moment of pride and community. Featuring the Royal Guard of Honou, raising the flag and 21-Gun Salute. | |
| 9:50am | Australia Day Awards |
Celebrate community pride and recognise outstanding Townsville residents at the Australia Day Awards Ceremony. Awards will be presented to the winners in the following categories:
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| 10:25am | Citizenship Ceremony |
| Join us in welcoming new citizens to our community at the Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony. | |
The Australia Day Flag Raising Ceremony is presented by Townsville City Council in partnership with the Queensland Government. The ceremony is assisted by the Australian Government through the National Australia Day Council. Townsville City Council and the Queensland Government would like to acknowledge the Australian Defence Force for its support of the Flag Raising Ceremony.
Additional Details
Age Suitability:
All ages
Accessibility:
- Disability parking
- Disability restroom
- Wheelchair accessible venue
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