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Residents may experience water discolouration
Residents in Trinity Park, Smithfield and Yorkeys Knob may notice temporary water discolouration as Cairns Regional Council implements contingency measures...
15 March 2026
Community asked to limit water use
Residents and visitors are being asked to limit their water use to essential hygiene and health purposes as Cairns Regional...
15 March 2026
Level 4 water restrictions to apply immediately
Cairns Regional Council has declared level 4 water restrictions with heavy overnight rainfall causing water treatment operations to be paused....
15 March 2026
New round of community events funded
A total of $182,950 will be invested through Round 17 of the Community Partnerships Grants, supporting 14 community events that...
12 March 2026
King tides to impact Cairns from Saturday
King tides will be experienced in Cairns from Saturday 14 March to Saturday 21 March....
11 March 2026
Cairns applauds women in our community
The region’s most inspiring women were celebrated on Saturday evening with the announcement of the 2026 International Women’s Day (IWD)...
9 March 2026
Funding opens for arts and culture creatives
Artists and culture creatives in the Cairns region are invited to apply for funding through the Regional Arts Development Fund...
6 March 2026
Red Arrow reopens after major upgrade
The popular Red Arrow walking track in Edge Hill has reopened following a $1.2 million renewal....
6 March 2026
Remembering our city's cyclones
This Friday, 6 March, marks the anniversary of Tropical Cyclone Agnes, the first tropical cyclone officially recorded in Far North...
4 March 2026
7Cairns Marathon Festival locked in
Tropical North Queensland is setting the pace for its biggest decade yet, with the 7Cairns Marathon Festival secured for the...
2 March 2026
Strengthening community and culture
Cairns local arts and grassroots sport will be strengthened through two new long-term leasing agreements....
25 February 2026
Reef Eye tenure secured long-term
The Reef Eye is set to shine over the Esplanade for years to come, enhancing Cairns’ vibrancy, lifestyle and tourism...
25 February 2026
Dual name announced for restored bridge
The dual name of the resorted bridge, Fisheries Bridge Balngga-L, reflects the area’s history, cultural heritage and resilience, while maintaining...
25 February 2026
Local jobs drive water security milestone
Local people and businesses are at the heart of the Cairns Water Security Stage 1 project, which has now surpassed...
24 February 2026
King tides expected to impact Cairns this week
King tides will be experienced in Cairns from Thursday 26 February to Thursday 5 March....
23 February 2026
Investment in water and drainage infrastructure
More than $5.3 million in vital drainage and water main improvements is being delivered by Council, made possible through State...
23 February 2026
A single fallen palm frond tells a much bigger story
What appeared to be a routine clean-up in the Cairns Botanic Gardens revealed a much bigger story about Cairns’ unique...
23 February 2026
Cairns Youth Council sworn in for second term
The second Cairns Youth Council has officially been sworn in, representing young people across the Cairns LGA...
19 February 2026
Smithfield Library is set to reopen in April
The newly refurbished Smithfield Library is scheduled to open its doors in the second week of April....
16 February 2026
Little plants making a big difference
More than 900 Mangrove holly seedlings are ready to be planted along Lily Creek to help stablise banks and restore...
16 February 2026
Cairns hotels unite to conserve water supplies
Cairns Harbourside Hotel is one of the first organisations to participate in the Waterwise Hotels Accord as part of the...
12 February 2026
Share the love at Cat Adoption Day
Looking to make a loving connection this Valentine’s Day?...
12 February 2026
Strengthening the Cairns Esplanade foreshore
Works will soon be underway to further strengthen and stabilise the foreshore at the Cairns Esplanade Foreshore Parklands....
11 February 2026
Upgrades to Ellis Beach carpark begin
Cairns Regional Council advises that works crews are scheduled to start work tomorrow (Wednesday 11 February) on upgrades to the...
10 February 2026
Search is on for Cairns’ inspirational women
Inspirational women will be honoured at the 2026 International Women’s Day Awards next month....
10 February 2026
Strengthening education and industry partnerships
Together, education providers and Council are working to build a skilled workforce that supports long-term growth, resilience, and liveability across...
10 February 2026
Parade to bring back some 'Fun in the Sun'
Cairns is turning 150 this year and the whole community is being invited to bring back one of our city’s...
10 February 2026
First free green waste disposal of the year
Clean up the yard and take advantage of Council’s first free green waste disposal of the year from this weekend....
9 February 2026
Council half-yearly rates issued, due 4 March
Council has issued its half-yearly rates notices with a due date of 4 March 2026....
5 February 2026
Cairns locals invited back to renewed Lake Placid
Lake Placid has officially reopened to the public following the completion of a $1.1 million restoration project....
4 February 2026
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Cairns, let’s enjoy QLD Day together!
Cairns’ residents are invited to celebrate QLD Day on the Cairns Esplanade on Saturday, 6 June, to recognise the state’s...
4 June 2026
More than $200,000 for community events
A total of $203,427 will be invested through Round 18 of the Community Partnerships Grants, supporting 18 community events and...
29 May 2026
Cairns Botanic Gardens giant comes to bloom
The Cairns Botanic Gardens is home to some impressive tropical flora, including the Titan Arum, affectionately known as the ‘corpse...
29 May 2026