Lissner Park - OPEN Published on 02 April 2026 Council advises that Lissner Park has now reopened to the public following recent flying-fox dispersal activities. The reopening follows the successful relocation of the majority of the flying-fox colony from the town centre and local park areas, allowing for the safe and renewed use of this valued community space. Tagged as: , Public Notices
2026 Easter Closures Published on 01 April 2026 Council facilities hours will alter over the Easter period, with most closed from COB Thursday, 2 April 2026, and reopening on Tuesday, 7 April 2026. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Flying-Fox Dispersal to Continue Published on 27 March 2026 Recent dispersal activity has resulted in most flying-foxes relocating out of Lissner and Centenary Parks. Tagged as: , Public Notices
Flying-Fox Dispersal to Begin Published on 23 March 2026 Lissner Park Flying-fox dispersal will commence Tuesday, 24 March 2026 - Friday, 27 March 2026, between the hours of 5:30am and 8am. Tagged as: , Public Notices
Charters Towers Regional Council welcomes 2026 intake of new trainees Published on 18 March 2026 Charters Towers Regional Council is pleased to welcome new trainees under its Apprentice and Traineeship Program. Tagged as: , Media Releases
People’s Choice Voting Now Open for 2026 Business Excellence Awards Published on 16 March 2026 Charters Towers Regional Council is encouraging residents to show their support for outstanding local businesses, with voting now officially open for the 2026 Business Excellence Awards – People’s Choice Award. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Level 0 Water Restriction - Charters Towers - Tuesday, 10 March 2026 Published on 10 March 2026 Charters Towers residents and members of the business community are advised that Council has relaxed water restrictions to Level 0. Tagged as: , Media Releases
What happens next? Published on 03 March 2026 Council continues to:• Monitor flying-fox activity closely• Assess environmental and seasonal conditions• Engage with relevant authorities• Act when conditions allow for safe, effective and compliant management Tagged as: , Public Notices
How are flying-foxes managed in Queensland? Published on 01 March 2026 Flying-foxes are managed in accordance with the Queensland Code of Practice – Ecologically Sustainable Management of Flying-Fox Roosts, which ensures actions are:✔ Humane✔ Environmentally responsible✔ Legally compliant Tagged as: , Public Notices