Sustainability
Cairns Ecofiesta
Come along to Munro Martin Parklands on Sunday 21 June for Ecofiesta - a fun day filled with inspiring exhibits, workshops, music, food and more. Free entry!
Catchments & Reef resilience
Council is committed to ensuring that water run-off from river catchments in our region does not negatively impact the Great Barrier Reef lagoon.
Clean Creeks
A little litter is a big problem. Did you know that 100,000 marine mammals die every year around the world due to plastic pollution? Learn how you can help care for our land and sea.
Clean Up Cairns
Let's protect the Reef from plastic pollution! Join a community clean-up in a suburb near you this September.
Resources and community groups
Contribute to your local sustainability goals with these resources and community groups.
Climate Change
We're working to reduce emissions, manage climate risks, adapt to impacts and create opportunities for a smarter green economy.
Reef Guardian Council
Cairns Regional Council undertakes a range of projects to support reef health as a member of the Reef Guardian Councils program.
State of Environment Report
Council’s State of Environment Report outlines our environmental and urban sustainability initiatives and performance.
Grants and support
These are some of the ways Cairns Regional Council can support your community group to deliver sustainability projects.
Last Updated: 25 August 2025
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