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10 Apr 2013Mission to attract Chinese investment

Cairns Regional Council Deputy Mayor Cr Terry James will join representatives from State and Local Government in travelling to China next week as part of an investment attraction mission.

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20 Feb 2013Showreel puts spotlight on Cairns region

A showreel featuring the range of locations suitable for commercial filming has been produced to help shine a spotlight on the Cairns region.

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13 Feb 2013Early estimates eclipsed in solar spectacle

An evaluation of last year’s total solar eclipse suggests the economic benefits will be experienced for many years to come.

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08 Feb 2013Chinese heritage displays concept plan released

Concept designs for Chinese heritage commemorative displays have been developed and members of the public invited to submit feedback.

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08 Feb 2013Log on to have your say on free wi-fi

As plans progress for a trial of free public wi-fi internet access on the Cairns Esplanade, Cairns Regional Council is seeking prospective users of the service to sign up for a feedback forum that will help determine the trial’s success.

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30 Nov 2012Inspection Apps is top innovation

A software application that turns any i-device into a mobile checklist-style database has taken top honours at the 2012 Tropical Innovation Awards.

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23 Nov 2012Have a say on the next big thing

The announcement of the 2012 Tropical Innovation Awards is just a week away but there is still time to have some influence over the recipients.

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20 Nov 2012Be part of big day for innovation

The biggest day of the year for local innovation is fast approaching and there is still time to be a part of it. The Tropical Innovation Awards will be presented during a gala dinner at the Cairns Convention Centre on Friday, November 30.

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29 Oct 2012Workshops offer wealth of information for businesses

Local entrepreneurs and business operators can access a wealth of information about innovation and commercialisation in the lead-up to next month’s 2012 Tropical Innovation Awards.

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16 Oct 2012People’s Choice open for Tropical Innovation Awards

Voting is now open in the People’s Choice category of the Tropical Innovation Awards, which will be presented at a gala ceremony next month.

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