Seniors Guide to Council - Townsville City Council - Queensland ...

iverway
Riverway is a parkland precinct that stretches for 11kms along Ross River with amenities and facilities at
Pioneer Park, Loam Island, Apex Park and Ross River Dam.
Riverway is accessible by turning from Riverway Drive into Village Boulevard at the traffic lights. Facilities and
amenities that can be found at Riverway include:
>> The Riverway Arts Centre which includes the Pinnacles Gallery and Performing Arts Space. Information
exhibitions, performances, and activities are located on council’s website, or phone 1300 878 001. The
arts centre and gallery is wheelchair accessible.
>> The Riverway Swimming Lagoons. Free form in shape, more than 4000m2 in size, ranging from 0.7m to
2m deep, and with a toddlers pool and beach area. Wheelchair accessible entry ramps provide access
to each of the two lagoons.
>> Riverwalk a great place for a walk overlooking the Ross River.
>> Barbeques and picnic areas. The BBQ’s are wheelchair accessible.
>> The Queensland Nickel Eco-Active Centre, an environmental education centre. The centre is wheelchair
accessible.
>> Tony Ireland Stadium. A great place to watch a game of Australian Rules Football (AFL) or cricket. The
stadium is wheelchair accessible.
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