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Townsville is a primary gateway to the Wet Tropics, Queensland outback, and Great Barrier Reef, offering visitors over 320 days of sunny skies each year, lush tropical gardens, and several national parks that are on the UNESCO World Heritage list. This vibrant and energetic city features Federation-style architecture, alfresco dining, boutique shopping, and gorgeous beaches. It is also the biggest garrison town in Australia, with several Australian Defense Force bases, making it an ideal city to explore their rich military history. With so many things to do, it can be hard to know where to start, but highlights such as the SS Yongala – the country’s biggest unblemished shipwreck – shouldn’t be missed.

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