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Smithfield Library to be transformed into modern community hub
Cairns Regional Council has awarded a $1.27 million contract to Osborne Construction Solutions Pty Ltd to deliver a major refurbishment...
17 September 2025
Community encouraged to make smart choices when it comes to water use
Council may look to implement water restrictions sooner than usual with the city’s water supply being affected by ongoing challenges...
17 September 2025
Boil water notice for Bartle Frere Scheme (including Woopen Creek) area
Cairns Regional Council advises that consumers in the Bartle Frere Scheme area should boil drinking water until further notice....
17 September 2025
Community action to protect Cairns creeks and Reef
Community members are invited to roll up their sleeves and take part in a series of Clean Up Cairns events,...
11 September 2025
Changed traffic conditions for the 2025 Gran Fondo
Residents are advised that there will be a number of road closures in place between Port Douglas and Palm Cove...
10 September 2025
Get excited about final weekend of Cairns Festival
The final weekend of Cairns Festival promises a city-wide celebration of live performances, outdoor cinema, workshops, exhibitions and community events,...
4 September 2025
Changed road conditions for Carnival on Collins
There are road closures associated with the staging of Carnival on Collins on Sunday....
3 September 2025
Local businesses given insight in Council projects
Local businesses were provided with valuable insights into Cairns Regional Council’s upcoming projects during a full-capacity session at the annual...
3 September 2025
Next Gen of Cairns leaders step forward at Youth Council Forum
Sixteen young leaders from across Cairns took to the stage on Friday 29 August at the Meet the Candidates forum,...
1 September 2025
Residents urged to be aware of phone scam
Council has become aware of a phone scam, with residents receiving calls from someone posing as Cairns Regional Council, under...
29 August 2025
Community safety at the forefront during annual dam emergency testing
Council will conduct its annual live testing of the nine Outdoor Warning Stations installed across the Redlynch Valley and Brinsmead...
29 August 2025
Council launches inaugural Careers Fair
Council is opening its doors to the community with the inaugural Careers Fair on Tuesday 2 September 2025, giving job...
29 August 2025
Bat conservation and education strengthened by new agreement
Cairns Regional Council will provide vital funding to a not-for-profit conservation group to continue vital conservation, education, and community engagement...
27 August 2025
Keeping Cairns’ natural swimming spots safe for everyone
Cairns Regional Council has endorsed a new safety framework to reduce risks at popular natural swimming spots across the region....
27 August 2025
Cairns Festival finds its groove with a jam-packed live music program
Cairns Festival is delivering a packed program of world-class music to Cairns Esplanade with a massive music lineup....
22 August 2025
Step into the strange with Fever Dreams as part of Cairns Festival
This Cairns Festival, Fever Dreams transforms the gallery into a surreal, sensory playground of contemporary art....
22 August 2025
Council appoints new People and Organisational Performance Director
Cairns Regional Council appoints new Director People and Organisational Performance...
20 August 2025
Major upgrades set to transform Cairns Botanic Gardens
The Cairns Botanic Gardens is set for large scale renewal and transformation, with a multi-stage upgrade to enhance accessibility, improve...
18 August 2025
Bee populations safeguarded during Red Arrow Project
As work starts on a major upgrade to the Red Arrow, steps are being taken to protect and relocate 22...
15 August 2025
Cairns delivers some of Queensland’s lowest rates
The data’s in - Cairns residents continue to receive some of the best rates value in Queensland, confirmed by the...
15 August 2025
Council calls for improved e-mobility safety
Council is urging the State Government to prioritise e-bike and e-scooter safety improvements, including a review of legislation that currently...
13 August 2025
Council adopts new management plan to combat mosquitoes
Council has endorsed a new Mosquito Management Plan to better control mosquito populations....
13 August 2025
Reaffirming commitment to small business through updated agreement
Council has reaffirmed its participation in the Small Business Friendly Council Program by endorsing a renewed Small Business Friendly Commitment....
13 August 2025
Lagoon evening hours change for Cairns Festival lights
As Cairns Festival prepares for this year’s dazzling Fragments of Light water show, there’ll be some temporary changes to access...
13 August 2025
Johnson Park shelter to be named in honour of Alice Frazer
The BBQ shelter fronting the playground at Johnson Park in Gordonvale will be officially named the Alice Frazer Shelter....
13 August 2025
Council appoints new Director Planning Growth and Sustainability
Cairns Regional Council has appointed Dr Mark Davey as its new Director Planning Growth and Sustainability....
7 August 2025
From Trash to Treasure: Cairns community event celebrates second chances
Cairns locals are invited to turn up, tune in and trash their throwaway mindset at this year’s Trash to Treasure...
7 August 2025
Smithfield library set for exciting renovations
Cairns Libraries is proud to announce an exciting new chapter for Smithfield Library, with a major renovation project set to...
5 August 2025
Saving lives through blood donation
Council encourages everyone to roll up a sleeve and save lives by taking part in the annual Australian Red Cross Lifeblood...
4 August 2025
Puppy love: Return of Council’s Dog Adoption Day
Cairns Regional Council is giving more dogs the chance to find their fur-ever homes with the return of its annual...
1 August 2025
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Discover your future at the Council Careers Fair
Residents interested in exploring career opportunities in local government are invited to attend Cairns Regional Council's Careers Fair on Wednesday...
21 July 2026
Council analyses Queensland State Budget
Long-term Council priorities were among projects included in over $1.1 billion of funding announced for Cairns in the recent Queensland...
16 July 2026
Climate Strategy and Energy Policy updated
Cairns Regional Council has completed a mid-term update of its Climate Change Strategy 2030, reflecting significant progress achieved since the...
15 July 2026