Media releases
16 May 2012Council sworn in, Deputy elected unopposed
The new Cairns Regional Council was today officially sworn into office, with Division 4 representative Terry James elected unopposed as Deputy Mayor.
16 May 2012Tropical Innovation Awards open this week
A new wave of innovations is about to be uncovered, with applications for the 2012 Tropical Innovation Awards to open tomorrow.
10 May 2012Queensland's story in panorama
Visitors to Manunda Library will get a big picture view of the changing face of Queensland this month. Panoramic Queensland is a travelling display of panoramic photographs from the State Library of Queensland’s collection.
04 May 2012New-look website boosts libraries' online services
Cairns Libraries’ online presence is about to be enhanced, with a new website to go live next week.
27 Apr 2012Recognition for retiring Council stalwart
Cairns Regional Council today farewells one of its longest-serving employees, as Manager Environmental Assessment Laurie Phipps enters retirement.
27 Apr 2012Name Council’s e-newsletter and win
Cairns Regional Council is enhancing its online communications and is seeking input from the community to get the latest project off the ground.
26 Apr 2012Strategy to protect region's biodiversity
The value of the Cairns region’s natural attributes has been recognised through adoption of a Biodiversity Strategy by Cairns Regional Council.
23 Apr 2012Council celebrates awards success
Cairns Regional Council is celebrating success in awards that highlight the quality and dedication of staff members. Two Council employees received major awards at Friday’s Skill360 Australia Employment and Training Awards, while a further two employees were runners-up in their categories.
20 Apr 2012Esplanade Lagoon closed for maintenance
The Esplanade Lagoon will be closed for scheduled maintenance for up to four weeks starting from Wednesday, June 6 2012.
20 Apr 2012Council ramps up Babinda Library access
A new entry ramp at Babinda Library has improved access to library and Council facilities for people with mobility issues and their carers.