Exercise Talisman Sabre 25 Community Day – 02 Aug 25

Grab the family and enjoy a day full of entertainment and fun at the Exercise Talisman Sabre 25 Community Day on Saturday 2 August from 10am – 4pm at Riverway.

Check out the military vehicles on display including armoured vehicles from Australian Defence Force and international partners whilst enjoying performances by the 1RAR Band & 3RAR Pipes and Drums.

Stroll through the exhibitors and stalls, featuring capability displays, mascots, camouflage face painting, and more, or grab a delicious bite to eat from our local food trucks.

For more information on the event, visit Exercise Talisman Sabre 25 Community Day | What's On Townsville

Date: 2 August 2025

Time: 10am – 4pm

Where: Riverway Precinct, Kirwan

Save the Date!

Upcoming August Activities

Wed 13 Aug 25 – Coffee Connections

Friday 22 Aug 25 – Textured Art

Saturday 23 Aug 25 – My Dad and Me

Saturday 30 Aug 25 – Book Week Picnic in the Park

Kings Trust Australia

Opportunities for Young Veterans and members of the Defence Community

The King’s Trust Australia is inviting members of the defence community aged 35 and under to explore new opportunities — from free entrepreneurship programmes to The Rising Star Award, celebrating young veterans and ADF families in business.

️ Next free programme: 10:00 am – 1:00 PM | 3 & 8 July (online)
 Award nominations close: 30 June

 Register for a programme: https://events.humanitix.com/launch-lab-online-july
Nominate for an award: https://kingstrustaustralia.awardsplatform.com/

Defence Member And Family Helpline

For advice, support or local community information, contact our all-hours Defence Member and Family Helpline. Run by Defence Member and Family Support, the helpline is the best way to access the programs and services that we offer to help Defence families manage the military way of life.

The helpline is available 24/7 and is staffed by qualified human services professionals, including social workers and psychologists.