Major projects
Cairns Regional Council is committed to the revitalisation of the region through its major projects. Below are a list of major projects currently underway.
Cairns Entertainment Precinct
The Cairns Entertainment Precinct project will breathe new life and vitality into the wharf precinct and CBD and act as a catalyst for a new round of investment in the city.
Marlin Coast Recycled Water Scheme
The Marlin Coast Recycled Water Scheme involves the delivery of high quality recycled water from the upgraded Marlin Coast Wastewater Treatment Plant for irrigation purposes to nearby Schools and Golf Courses respectively and the treatment and delivery of recycled water to an “A+” class standard to be used for toilet flushing and outdoor water use, through residential dual reticulation networks.
Mount Peter masterplan
The Mount Peter area has been recognised by the Far North Queensland Regional Plan and the CairnsPlan as a priority urban growth corridor.
Mulgrave River Aquifer Scheme
The Mulgrave River Aquifer project will deliver the next major water supply source for the Cairns area. The proposed scheme involves the development of a borefield to abstract and collect up to 15 million litres of water per day.
Northern (Stage 1) Recycled Water Scheme
Stage one (1) of the Northern Recycled Water Scheme will take “A” class quality recycled water from the upgraded Northern Wastewater Treatment Plant and deliver it to the Cairns Botanic Gardens for irrigation purposes.
Tanks Arts Centre Masterplan
The Tanks Arts Centre Masterplan report was commissioned to help set the direction for the Tanks Precinct.