It is nearing 8 years post GFC and our politicians and leaders have failed to re-boot the Townsville economy. The CBD is still a commercial embarrassment, workers are losing their jobs, “for lease” signs dominate the streetscape, manufacturing and services are dwindling, building approvals are in decline, and business is dramatically downsizing. Our Think Tank has come up with 10 solutions to pull Townsville out of the doldrums in 2016. 1. Create a Catalytic Event. Create