| THE HISTORY
Victoria Park was gazetted a park in 1887. It was named in honour
of the jubilee of Queen Victoria. Since that time it has been
associated with sport and recreation in the suburb of South Townsville.
It was in the late 19th century and early 20th century, regarded
as the best football ground in Townsville. Intercity matches between
Townsville and Charters Towers were played in the park.
From the foundation of South Townsville Football Club in 1890
until 2002, it had been the home ground of the local football
team. They were regarded as particularly tough opponents; on one
occasion the West End team refused to play at Victoria Park unless
given promises that Souths supporters would not throw rocks if
their team was defeated. There were also tennis courts in the
park and for a time a cycling track. Open air entertainment was
also staged in the park.
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AFFILIATED GROUPS
South Townsville Bowling Club
Ba’ahi Association of Townsville
NQ District Bowling Association
COUNCIL EVENTS
Neighbourhood fun day held once a year through
Community Services.
FACILITIES
| Shade Shelters |
4 |
| Electric BBQ's - (2 cooking plates) |
1 |
| Rubbish Bins |
2 |
| Park Seats |
9 |
| Picnic Tables |
2 |
| Drinking Fountain |
1 |
| Water Taps |
1 |
| Toilets |
Yes |
PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT
| Combination set |
1 |
| Swing |
2 |
| Spring Toy |
1 |
| 1/2 Basketball Court |
1 |
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Open
Hours
Seven days a week, all year, sunrise to sunset.
For more information about Victoria
Park, contact Parks Services, Townsville City Council.
PARK BOOKINGS FOR PRIVATE EVENTS, CEREMONIES AND/OR ALCOHOL
CONSUMPTION MUST BE MADE THROUGH THE TOWNSVILLE CITY COUNCIL’S
PARKS SERVICES DEPARTMENT ON 4727 8330. |
