Your Council
Budget
Cairns Regional Council's 2026/27 Budget was handed down at a Special (Budget) Meeting on Wednesday 17 June 2026
Mayor & Councillors
Cairns Regional Council comprises a popularly elected mayor and nine elected divisional councillors.
Role of Council
Discover what Council and Councillors do, how it is structured, how its work is funded and what jobs are available within Council.
Transparency Portal
The Transparency Portal is an online portal that puts detailed financial and other Council performance data at the community’s fingertips.
Last Updated: 5 October 2021
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Babinda Pool reopens following winter closure
Babinda Pool will reopen on Monday, 7 September, following its annual winter closure....
20 August 2026
Find your new best friend at Dog Adoption Day
Cairns residents looking to add a furry new family member are invited to attend Cairns Regional Council’s Dog Adoption Day...
20 August 2026
Wave hello, the Cairns Lagoon is now open!
After a scheduled, biennial 5-week closure, the Cairns Esplanade Lagoon has reopened for everyone to enjoy....
18 August 2026