Charters Towers Regional Council - State Emergency Services

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Welcome The Council represents a predominantly rural area covering about 70,000 square kilometres. The Council is located in the coastal hinterland of North Queensland stretching north to Ingham and south to Bowen and is centred on the historical gold city of Charters Towers. Charters Towers is 136km, or an easy 90 minute drive, south west of Townsville North Queensland. Charters Towers is a scenic gold mining city that is big on history and character. From a chance discovery of gold in 1871, Charters Towers was soon turned into a bustling metropolis, which in its heyday, boasted being the second largest city in Queensland. Council Services Library ServicesLibrary Information Joining the Library Loans and Requests Internet Other Library ServicesPublic Meeting RoomsGold and Beef RoomsSaleyards / Equestrian CentreHM Clarke Saleyards Dalrymple Stadium Dalrymple ArenasRegional Arts Development Fund (RADF) Visitor Information Centre Information for Visitors Promote your Tourism Product School Excursions and Tour Groups Gift Shop The centre holds knowledge on the regional & surrounding outback towns. Our range of information includes the Charters Towers Region, Townsville & Magnetic Island & the themed driving routes of The Great Inland Way, Overlander's Way, The Great Tropical Drive, The Matilda Highway & The Savannah Way. Also available are public internet facilities & a booking service for local tours & attractions. Hours of Operation Business Hours Monday to Friday: 8.30am to 4.30pm (excluding Public Holidays)Administration Monday: to Friday: 8.30am to 4.00pm