Providing a laid-back tropical lifestyle that is complemented by capital city comforts, no other Australian city boasts the resilience, diversity, lifestyle and economic potential that the Townsville North Queensland Region enjoys.
Known as the Second Capital of Queensland, Townsville offers a dynamic lifestyle coupled with strong economic prosperity. Townsville is a thriving precinct with access to a variety of world class education facilities, leading edge healthcare, affordable housing, unique retailing, spectacular events and entertainment, dining precincts and a wide range of outdoor recreation options.
Our Townsville hospital features:
A modern 200+ bed facility
Intensive Care Unit, Endoscopy suites and Cardiac and Vascular Interventional suites
Dedicated birth suites and Special Care Nursery cots
Specialised oncology and palliative care services
An Emergency Department with more than 14,000 presentations annually
1,000+ staff members dedicated to delivering personalised, compassionate care
Live and work in Townsville
Whether you're in pursuit of adventure, prefer a leisurely pace or an activity to excite an active mind, there is something for you in Townsville.
Sights and activities include:
- Magnetic Island
- Strand Park & Beaches
- Paluma National Park
- Museum of Tropical QLD
- Reef HQ
- Castle Hill Lookout
- Strand Water Park
- Billabong Sanctuary
- Mount Stuart
- Jezzine Barracks
- Museum of Underwater Art
Cost of living
Housing
Median House Price: $421,000
Median House Rent: $408/w
Median Unit Price: $274,000
Median Unit Rent: $326/w
Education
Childcare: $113 - $124/day
Private School Fees
Primary: $1,500 - $9,200/y
Secondary: $2,276 - $12,380/y
Getting to work
Average Commute: 16km/32mins return trip
Education
Townsville offers 61 schools spanning primary, secondary, independent, Catholic and public.
A full break down of childcare and kindy options are available here
Ready to make a difference?
Join a team where your skills are respected, your growth is supported, and your work has purpose. Explore VMO opportunities and medical careers at Mater Private Hospital Townsville today.
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