Did you know that during World War II there was this idea going around called “The Brisbane Line”? If Japan invaded Northern Australia, the government would concede the territory above Brisbane in order to better protect the industrial centers of Brisbane and Melbourne.

We love North Queensland so we’re glad that never happened. Good thing too, because Townsville played an integral role in the war of the Pacific.

Step back in time and see what Townsville provided Australia with throughout its military history, so when you visit you can do it like a digger.
http://blog.queensland.com/2016/04/11/5-historic-things-to-do-in-townsville/