Council is committed to providing and improving core services and community infrastructure. The current significant projects listed below are aimed at preserving and improving our way of life.
Council often engages the community on major projects. Details of projects currently open for public feedback can be found on the Have Your Say webpage.
- See also our completed major projects for information on other recent significant infrastructure works.
The Cairns City Master Plan guides the positive development of public space in the city centre. More
The Esplanade Dining Precinct project will enhance the best features of the existing Esplanade outdoor dining area. More
A $6.6 million refurbishment will expand the potential of the Court House building as an event and gallery space, while ensuring heritage values are maintained for future generations. More
This project is on hold. More
A $10.5 million upgrade will address safety and pedestrian connection issues, as well as introduce attractive tropical landscaping enhancements. More
Stage 1 works are complete. Stage 2 works are on hold. More
Our vision to build a continuous walking and cycling link from Palm Cove to Cairns city. More
The new Sewage Pump Station NC1 will allow increased capacity to cater for the growing demand within the catchment and continue to provide a reliable sewer network to the community. More
Twelve capital projects will be fast-tracked with funding through the Queensland Government's 2019-2021 W4Q program. More
Council is undertaking works over a 10-year program which includes installing and replacing water pipes within the Cairns water supply network to allow increased water flow and reduce breakages. More