TAIHS

30/12/2025

Townsville City Council advises that due to current weather conditions, some planned New Year’s Eve events have been cancelled.

New Year's Eve Celebrations Update

New Year’s Eve fireworks will go ahead at The Strand and Magnetic Island, but due to current weather conditions some planned New Year’s Eve events have been cancelled.

All events at Riverway Stadium as well as the Sounds on the Sand concert, food trucks and amusements at Strand Park have been cancelled.

The countdown to New Year’s Eve is on! Where will you be as the clock strikes midnight? Come Wednesday 31 December, Townsville will be buzzing with ex...

30/12/2025

With the wet season fast approaching, it’s important to be aware of potential health risks and learn how to protect ourselves and our community.

These wet conditions increase the risk of melioidosis spreading, so staying informed is crucial. Melioidosis is a potentially severe infectious disease caused by the bacterium Burkholderia pseudomallei, which lives naturally in soil and surface water.

The disease can be acquired through inhalation or through cuts and breaks in the skin when exposed to contaminated soil, mud, or surface water.

Infection is more likely to be severe in people with diabetes, harmful alcohol use, or weakened immune systems. While infection is rare, patients can deteriorate rapidly and fatalities can occur.

Symptoms may include:

- Pneumonia, with or without septicaemia
- Skin infections, abscesses, or ulcers
- Abscesses in internal organs
- Sepsis
- Bone, joint, and neurological infections

Preventive measures:

- Avoid contact with soil or muddy water, particularly after flooding
- Wear closed-in shoes and gloves when working outdoors after heavy rain or flood events
- Wear a facemask when hosing down mud
- Clean any wounds thoroughly, apply antiseptic, cover with a waterproof dressing, and keep wounds away from dirt and water.

Looking after your health during the wet season helps keep everyone safe.

29/12/2025

We are seeing an increase in flu cases across our clinics, so it’s important to reinforce awareness of symptoms and how to prevent it.

Please remember to wear a mask to protect yourself if your patients have symptoms of a respiratory illness. Protect yourself, protect your mob.

19/12/2025

The TAIHS Christmas Decoration Competition 2025 was truly outstanding!

Our amazing judges — Chairperson Dorothy Smith and Jameliah Illin, Chairperson of the Youth Advisory Group — had a fantastic time yesterday visiting each program and seeing the incredible creativity on display.

A massive shout-out to every program and staff member for the creativity, teamwork and festive spirit shown across all sites. You’ve taken it to the next level, and we’re incredibly proud of the effort and care put into every piece of decoration.

🎄✨Happy Holidays to you all! 🎄✨

18/12/2025

16/12/2025

One more sleep 😴
Our Children’s Christmas Party is tomorrow if you are attending please read all the information

No children will be allowed entry without an adult

Entry is limited, once registration is at capacity we will not be accepting anymore entries

Thank you
TAIHS Events Committee

Who is keen for this ?

Our First Ever Pool Party!

Registration upon entry !!

After hosting this event for many years in the Townsville Heat, we're thrilled to cool things down with our Kids Christmas Pool Party!

Thanks to our friends at **Kirwan Aquatic Centre**, we will be renting the entire complex for this year's Kids Christmas Party.

***Important Information***
Please note that entry is limited, so arrive early to ensure you don't miss out

All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Please bring along the following items:
Drink bottles
Swimming togs
Swimming towel

We'll provide a water station for refilling bottles and a sunscreen station. If you or your child has allergies, we recommend bringing your own preferred sunscreen.

The canteen will be open for purchasing items at your own expense.

Enjoy free entry, a complimentary sausage sizzle, and a variety of free activities!

See you there

15/12/2025

To our valued Community
Please take note of our Christmas Trading Hours

14/12/2025

3 more sleeps 😌🙌🏽

Join us for our First Ever Kids Christmas Pool Party at Kirwan Aquatic Centre!

Key Details:
Limited entry; arrive early.

Children must be with an adult.
Bring drink bottles, swimming togs, and towels.

Free water and sunscreen stations available; bring preferred sunscreen if needed.

Canteen open for purchases at your own expense.
Enjoy free entry, a complimentary sausage sizzle, and various activities. Don't miss out—see you there!

Who is keen for this ?

Our First Ever Pool Party!

Registration upon entry !!

After hosting this event for many years in the Townsville Heat, we're thrilled to cool things down with our Kids Christmas Pool Party!

Thanks to our friends at **Kirwan Aquatic Centre**, we will be renting the entire complex for this year's Kids Christmas Party.

***Important Information***
Please note that entry is limited, so arrive early to ensure you don't miss out

All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Please bring along the following items:
Drink bottles
Swimming togs
Swimming towel

We'll provide a water station for refilling bottles and a sunscreen station. If you or your child has allergies, we recommend bringing your own preferred sunscreen.

The canteen will be open for purchasing items at your own expense.

Enjoy free entry, a complimentary sausage sizzle, and a variety of free activities!

See you there

11/12/2025

Check out our deadly Executive Team getting ready for the NACCHO Mardi Gra Karaoke Competition 🎤

10/12/2025

Too Deadly Our Team
🖤💛❤️💙🤍💚🙌🏽