Media releases
18 May 2011Wet Tropics’ Indigenous history recognised
The Cairns Region’s lush rainforest contains a unique cultural history that is set to be recognised by the Australian Heritage Council (AHC).
18 May 2011Council supports construction of Mossman aged care facility
Cairns Regional Council has agreed to enter into a 30-year lease arrangement with Mossman District Nursing Home Inc (MDNHI) to establish an aged care facility in the town.
17 May 2011Carnivale to kick up its heels
Port Douglas will shine this weekend as the glamour of Carnivale takes over the seaside town.
16 May 2011Council meeting at Mossman
Residents of the northern parts of the Cairns region are invited to see the Council in action this week, with Wednesday’s Ordinary Meeting to be held in the Mossman Council Chambers.
13 May 2011Council support secures Crime Stoppers BBQ
Snags will be sizzling around Cairns in the name of crime prevention and public safety.
13 May 2011Survey confirms Council support for development
A survey conducted of Councils throughout Queensland has shown Cairns Regional Council to have one of the highest rates of development application approvals.
12 May 2011Bloomfield crossing work to start next week
Materials have started piling up ahead of major works commencing to reinstate the Bloomfield Crossing.
11 May 2011Council to fund digital TV upgrades
Cairns Regional Council has voted to enter into an agreement that will allow residents in Redlynch and Goldsborough transmission areas to access digital television.
11 May 2011Council welcomed regional focus in Federal Budget
Cairns Regional Council has welcomed a focus on regional services in the Federal Budget handed down last night.
11 May 2011Feedback sought on commercial waste service
Three public forums will be held for business owners and operators in the Douglas area who would like to provide feedback on the future of commercial waste collection services.