Defence
Remembrance Day Merchandise
Our school will be selling Remembrance Day Merchandise in front of the Lynch Family Hall on Monday 10th & Tuesday 11th November from 8.00 - 8.30am.
Prices range from $1.00 up to $7.00. Thank you in advance for your generous support with all proceeds going directly back to the RSL.
Defence Club
Defence Club is up and running. Every Monday the Year 1-3's have enjoyed playing games or some art and craft.
This Wednesday the Year 4-6's are going to buddy up with someone who hasn't played footy before and teach them how to pass and kick. (this includes me, so I hope I don't sprain anything!!)
2nd-hand school uniform donation call-out
This year we have had the pleasure of chatting with many families, and one thing we’ve heard often is how tricky it can be to find school uniforms when arriving right before – or just after – the school year begins.
To make things a little easier, we are excited to announce that the 2026 Defence Welcome Expo (Saturday 31 January) will feature a school-uniform give-away market!
If your children have outgrown their uniforms, or if you are posting out and would like to pass them on, we would love your donations. Every piece will go directly to recently arrived Defence families, helping them feel settled and ready for the school year.
We are welcoming donations from any Townsville school – primary or secondary. Please ensure uniforms are clean and in good, reusable condition. (For hygiene reasons, we cannot accept shoes, school bags, or hats.)
Donations can be dropped off at our office:
DMFS Townsville, 340 Ross River Rd, Cranbrook (Nathan Business Centre)
Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm
Your support will make a big difference – thank you for helping us give Defence families the best start to the 2026 school year!
2026 Townsville Defence Welcome & Information Expo – Saturday 31 January
With over 150 stallholders, exciting military displays, plenty of giveaways and entertainment, our school uniform free stall, and activities for all ages, there will be something for everyone!
Don’t miss this great chance to explore what Townsville and the North Qld region has to offer!
Time: 09:30am-12:00pm
Where: Townsville Stadium, Murray Sports Complex, Annandale
Register: Eventbrite: Townsville’s 2026 Defence Welcome Expo
Friday Coffee Catch Ups
My name is Bec & I’ve been a Defence spouse for 12 years. During this time I have learned the best way to enjoy each posting is to get out and find my “tribe” as early as possible. Having experienced postings both with & without kids, I know the challenges of meeting new people from both perspectives.
When I knew we were coming to Townsville I joined the community groups (as we all do) and started scoping out ways I could get out to meet new people (and catch up with ones I’ve met at previous postings). I found that there wasn’t a regular coffee group, so created my own.
Creating this regular catch up gives not only myself, but anyone else who comes along the opportunity to socialise with other spouses in a relaxed setting. There are regulars who come weekly, and I have found these women to be some of the most supportive people (and knowledgeable about Defence life).
I post the location on the Townsville Defence Partners Facebook page every week. Look out for the coffee cups, everyone is welcome so come along and meet some amazing people!