Situated on the banks of
Ross River is the exciting Riverway development comprising
residential, commercial, cultural, sports and leisure
facilities. The aim of the development is to open the
river for greater access for both residents and visitors,
while still protecting and enhancing its natural beauty.
Riverway stretches 11km along the Ross River, with
nodes at Pioneer Park, Loam Island, Apex Park and the
Ross River Dam. There is much to explore at Riverway
including parklands, the Riverwalk, Pinnacles Gallery,
the Riverway Arts Centre and two huge swimming lagoons.
The majority of Riverway is free for public use including
the swimming lagoons, boardwalks and grassed, shady
areas. Pinnacles Gallery is also free to the public
with works from the local, national and international
art scene. You will require tickets to attend shows
in the performance space of the Riverway Arts Centre
and you can purchase tickets from the Riverway Box Office. |
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Pioneer Park is the centre of Riverway which
draws members of the community, visitors and
tourists with fantastic facilites. It would
have to be one of Queensland’s most
spectacular river settings. Activities include
sports, entertainment, swimming, performing
arts, visual arts, dining, shopping and passive
recreation.
Pioneer Park is connected directly to the
Thuringowa central business district with
both Willows Shoppingtown and Sunland Plaza
shopping centres being within short walking
distances away. Alternatively there is plenty
of onsite parking (except for large events)
in which you can take advantage of the public
transport including the Sunbus service or
Townsville Taxi services.
The two major public building/landscape components
that form Pioneer Park is the Riverway Arts
Centre and lagoon precinct, and the Riverway
Sports Centre 'Tony Ireland Stadium' which
hosts national level sporting competitions,
including Australian Football League (AFL)
and Cricket. The stadium will also play host
a variety of community events and sports.
Other components that form Pioneer Park include
restaurants, cafes, bars, specialty shops
and local businesses.
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Riverway is alive
with activity year round from summer through to
winter although summer months are the preferred
time for making use of swimming facilities.
Lagoon Open Times: (lifeguard hours)
winter: April to September: Mon to Sun: 10am-6pm.
Summer: October to March: Mon to Fri: 10am-7pm.
Weekends, public and school holidays: 9am-8pm
Riverway Box Office open times:
Mon to Fri 11am-6pm, Sat 11am-2pm
Also open one hour prior to performances.
Pinnacles Gallery open times:
Wednesday to Fri 11am-7pm, Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 11am-2pm |
• Sunscreen and hat |
• Camera |
• Towels |
• Sporting gear |
• Swimming gear |
• Food and drinks |
• Spare clothes |
• Picnic basket |
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Riverway provides an exciting environment for the
expanding community to enjoy a variety of water-based
and waterfront activities.
The saftey of everyone who comes to enjoy riverway
is very important which is why there are safety measures
in place. This applies to everyone and on-ground security
are in place at riverway to inforce these measures.
Some of the safety measures incorporated at riverway
include lighting, stable pathways, all animals brought
to riverway are to be restrained on a leash, alcohol
is restricted to licensed areas, and certain areas
will be confined and restricted during festivals and
major events.
The swimming lagoons at Riverway will be patrolled
by lifeguards at times marked on lagoon signage. Parental
are responsible for their children and supervision
is extremely important around the lagoon and river’s
edge.
and much more... |
• Stroll, cycle or roller
blade along the many walking paths. |
• Food is available
at restaurants or try the variety of seated and
take-away food. During festivals and major events
additional food vendors will operate at Riverway. |
• Enjoy a picnic in
the park |
• Check out the Eco-Active
Centre |
• Splash in the lagoons |
• Enjoy unique art
at Pinnacles Gallery |
• Enjoy a show at the
Riverway Arts Centre |
• Experience the thrills
of high level sports competition, including AFL
and Cricket at Tony Ireland Stadium |
• relax, enjoy and
learn. |
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