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Have your say on Local Laws that govern the region
Residents have their chance to have their say on proposed changes to Local Laws that govern a wide range of...
Free green waste donations to aid The Pyjama Foundation
Council’s third free green waste disposal of the year starts this weekend, with donations going to The Pyjama Foundation....
Closure of Esplanade roadway for Matildas World Cup screening
The Esplanade Dining Precinct, from Shields St to Aplin St, will be closed to all vehicles tomorrow night (Wednesday 16...
Industry briefing puts local businesses in box seat
Local businesses gained insight into Cairns Regional Council’s upcoming works during a sell-out attendance at the Infrastructure and Assets Annual...
Temporary closures at Botanic Gardens Conservatory
The Botanic Gardens Conservatory will be closed next week for three days, and again for two days the following week,...
Chance to comment on proposed Local Laws changes
Residents will have the chance to have their say on proposed changes to the local laws that govern a wide...
Proposed amendments to regional development guidelines
Amendments are being proposed for procedures relating to the civil engineering works undertaken in Far North Queensland....
Cairns Ecofiesta continues to grow in popularity
Cairns Ecofiesta, held on 4 June at Munro Martin Parklands, attracted about 10,000 attendees and reinforced its status as Queensland’s...
Charity dinner postponed until November
The 5-Star Chefs for Charity event has been postponed until 3 November....
Dog owners reminded that registrations are overdue
Dog registration renewals were due on 31 July. Owners who haven’t paid their registration fees are urged to do so...
Open Day celebrates Cattana Wetland’s transformation
Residents can find out more about the history, flora and fauna of the Cattana Wetlands at an Open Day this...
Civil works start on Kenrick Park redevelopment in Gordonvale
The transformation of Kenrick Park in Gordonvale is underway, starting the process of recreating a dynamic community space for families...
Event celebrates seniors and positive ageing
Over 60s are invited to enjoy live entertainment and learn about services that are available to them at tomorrow’s Positive...
Open caption subtitles added to free movie nights
Council’s Moving Picture Nights will now be broadcast with open caption subtitles, creating a more inclusive and enjoyable experience for...
Free sessions available to help with arts grant writing
Cairns Regional Council is offering free one-on-one sessions to meet potential applicants who are keen to receive advice on preparing...
Residents urged to prepare for king tides from tonight
Residents are advised that king tides will be experienced in Cairns this week, from tonight through to Friday 4 August,...
Temporary closure of 50m swimming pool at Tobruk
Residents are reminded that the 50-metre lap pool at Tobruk Memorial Pool will be closed from Monday 31 July for...
New Trinity Beach community space a step closer
A new community activity space for the Northern Beaches is a step closer after Council today appointed the successful tender...
New closure procedures for Greenpatch Campground in Gordonvale
Council will adopt a risk based pre-emptive closure procedure for the Greenpatch Campground in Gordonvale....
New deal to help Cairns do business with nearest international neighbours
Cairns businesses will get more opportunities to do business in Papua New Guinea and the Pacific under a new five-year...
Cairns Libraries proving popular with the community
Cairns Libraries welcomed more visitors per capita than other similar-sized, Queensland regional cities in the 2021/22 financial year....
Council renews PCYC contract at Edmonton Leisure Centre
The Queensland Police Citizens Youth Welfare Association (PCYC) will continue to run youth programs for the next five years at...
Update on cash payments at Council transfer stations and facilities
Cash payments will be accepted at all Council transfer stations from beginning of August, as well as all of Council’s...
Community feedback wanted on Esplanade Skate Park
Council is seeking the community’s feedback as part of a review of the Cairns Esplanade Skate Park precinct....
Light raking to remove aquatic weeds at Centenary Lakes
Council crews will lightly rake the surface at Centenary Lakes to remove aquatic weeds and other dead material for three...
Branch removal to ensure public safety
Council will remove several dead branches from two large trees overhanging Collins Avenue, Edge Hill, in the interest of public...
Cocktail Party by the Pool event to create festive cheer
The culinary expertise of four of the city’s top chefs will again come together as part of a fundraising event...
Binned batteries pose a fire risk to waste collection
Discarded batteries are believed to have caused two ‘hot load’ fires in waste collection trucks last month, prompting Council to...
Changed traffic conditions for Cairns Show
Road closures on parts of Scott Street and Severin Street will be in effect 15-22 July 2023 due to the...
Waste management efforts highlighted in latest State of Environment Report
Cairns recorded the lowest landfill rates in almost a decade and continued to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions in the...
Last Updated: 5 October 2021
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Queensland Budget delivers funding boost to Cairns water security
The Miles Government is strengthening water security for Cairns, using the recent state budget to increase funding toward the Cairns...
Council statement on recent media coverage
Council statement in response to recent media coverage on the appointment of the interim CEO....
Have your say on Cairns’ future aquatic facilities needs
Residents are being invited to provide their views on the future aquatic facility needs of the Cairns region....