The SS Queen Elizabeth 2 (QE2) made her inaugural visit to the Port on December 8, 1980, docking at what is now the North Cargo Berth 2.

Hundreds of workers who have helped to build the HMS Queen Elizabeth, along with the ship’s company, joined the Prime Minister, Defence Secretary, military Chiefs and dignitaries to witness Her ...

Queen Elizabeth at Townsville Port. Ship's captain Stephen Howarth. Picture: Evan Morgan “It’s certainly a major boost for the Townsville economy and it really puts us on the map in terms of ...