About Tec-NQ House
Tec-NQ House in Townsville is celebrated as one of Queensland’s premier boarding facilities, specially designed to support students enrolled in Tec-NQ's co-educational senior school program. This state-of-the-art facility accommodates up to 40 male students, offering a comprehensive boarding experience for students from across regional and remote Queensland.
The design of Tec-NQ House promotes inclusivity and social interaction, creating a nurturing and homely environment. The facility features advanced security systems, double occupancy rooms with semi-private areas, and modern indoor and outdoor communal spaces for students to relax and interact.
Tec-NQ House allows students from across regional and remote Queensland to access our unique trade focussed senior school program. The combination of a warm climate, natural attractions and tropical lifestyle make Townsville a desirable place to study, live and play.
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Extracurricular Activities
When our boarders aren't attending school or on work experience, Tec-NQ House offers many extracurricular activities to suit everyone. Tec-NQ House offers a half court, pool table, yarning circle, basic gym equipment, gaming console and more. On weekends, the activities can vary from wheelchair basketball and other sports, attending the movies or going to the beach. The boarders are spoilt for options in sunny Townsville! Boarders who work weekends or play in sporting teams are transported to and from Tec-NQ House by staff so they'll never miss a shift or game.
About Townsville
Boasting more than 300 days of sunshine each year and surrounded by stunning natural landscapes, Townsville North Queensland is just the place to ignite your sense of wonder whilst completing your studies and training. From the underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef to the vast landscapes of the outback and stunning Heritage-listed rainforest, Townsville has something for everyone.
With a vibrant cultural hub, boarders can access festivals, art and sporting facilities. The combination of a warm climate, natural attractions and tropical lifestyle make Townsville a desirable place to study, live and play. The city has established itself as the home of regional Australia’s best live events. From the roar of the Supercars Townsville 500 to the majesty of the Australian Festival of Chamber Music. The sights of the Magnetic Island Race Week to the atmosphere of a North Queensland Cowboys home game. Townsville North Queensland is the place to experience world-class events in a spectacular setting.
Boarding fee and funding
Boarding fees
Please refer to the Tuition Flyer for current boarding fees. Contact Tec-NQ for reduced rates for students undertaking partial boarding arrangements.
*Applicants may be eligible for ABSTUDY, Living Away From Home Allowance Scheme and Assistance for Isolated Children funding. Contact Tec-NQ for information.
Abstudy – 131 158
Living away from home allowance – 1800 248 997
Isolated Children Funding - https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/assistance-for-isolated-children-scheme