Towards 2050: Shaping Cairns initial survey
Cairns is growing
Cairns is a popular place to live and work, thanks to our unique character - our 'Cairns-ness'.
In the past 30 years, our population has nearly doubled - growing from 89,000 residents in 1992 to more than 165,000 today - and it’s predicted to reach 265,000 by 2050. That’s 100,000 more people than live here today.
Together, we can shape Cairns for the future
We need to look to the future and plan for the next phase of growth. Good design and planning will help us protect and embrace many of the things that make Cairns special: our unique environment, economic, social and cultural values.
The Towards 2050: Shaping Cairns Growth Strategy will establish a clear and coordinated long term plan for the growth and development of the Cairns local government area.
Have your say
As one of the first steps in the project, we want to know what you love about Cairns today and what are your hopes for the future. Please take our survey and share your thoughts. It will take 5 to 10 minutes, depending on your answers.
Last Updated: 24 July 2023
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