News & Events

At TIES we offer many different activities and events for our students. Check back regularly for updates on News associated with TIES and Townsville, as well as upcoming events and activities.

TIES News

December 4th 2007

Elton John is set to perform at Dairy Farmers Stadium following a tremendous show of support with a petition signed by many local residents. Townsville is growing as another viable option for many international entertainers along with other cities such as Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Perth.

May 10th 2007

Queensland’s Great Barrier Reef has been awarded the prestigious international Tourism for Tomorrow award for Best Destination in Lisbon, Portugal, at this year’s Tourism for Tomorrow Awards. Only four awards were issued by the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) at its 7th Global Travel & Tourism Summit and the Great Barrier Reef was one of them. The award is significant recognition for the combined efforts of government bodies, industry and tourism operators and others who continue to address the environmental concerns of the Great Barrier Reef. Click here to find out more.