What the notice does
A new official notice registered on 16 July 2026 declares Townsville Airport a security controlled airport and establishes its airside area. The notice is made under the Aviation Transport Security Act 2004 and is administered by the Department of Home Affairs.
What it replaces
This notice replaces the previous notice dated 9 May 2022 (reference C2022G00381). The source does not specify what changed between the old and new notice, or what practical effects the update has on airport operations or businesses at Townsville Airport.
Where to find the full notice
The full text of the notice is available on the Federal Register of Legislation at https://www.legislation.gov.au/C2026G00464.
Contact
The Department of Home Affairs administers this notice. The source does not provide a specific contact number or email address for this notice.
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