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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
Donations help put more toys on the shelf
Cairns families will have access to more educational and engaging toys, thanks to generous donations collected during Council’s free green...
31 July 2025
Mount Peter declared a priority for development
The Mount Peter Southern Growth Corridor has been announced Queensland’s latest Priority Development Area (PDA)....
29 July 2025
Changed traffic conditions for La Festa, Cairns Italian Festival
The Esplanade Dining Precinct, from Shields St to Florance St, will be closed to all traffic from 8pm to 10.30pm...
25 July 2025
Ongoing investment to upgrade water mains
Cairns Regional Council will invest $5 million in the replacement of aging water mains in 10 suburbs as part of...
24 July 2025
Upgrades for kerb and channel and shoulder sealing
Cairns Regional Council has committed more than $2.3 million to upgrade kerb and channel and shoulder sealing across 33 sites...
24 July 2025
Council commits more than $9.3 million to road network
Council has committed more than $9.3 million to maintain and improve its 1,382-kilometre road network through three key programs –...
24 July 2025
Grant support for community events in Babinda and Yorkeys Knob
Cairns Regional Council has approved funding for two community events through the Community Partnerships Grant program....
23 July 2025
Continued support for North Queensland Sports Foundation
Council has continued its membership with North Queensland Sports Foundation (NQSF) with proposed financial assistance of over $150,000 over three...
23 July 2025
Council submits LGAQ motion to tackle costs of crime
A proposal to provide not-for-profit organisations grant funding to assist with the cost of crime is among five motions Council...
23 July 2025
Council supports a single vision for the Cairns Gallery Precinct
Council has approved a new agreement that brings the city’s three major public galleries – Cairns Art Gallery, Court House...
23 July 2025
Pet owners reminded that it's time to renew dog registrations
Dog owners are reminded they have until 31 July 2025 to renew their dog registration for the 2025/26 rego period....
16 July 2025
Residents advised of changed traffic conditions for Cairns Show
Residents are advised there will be changed traffic conditions associated with the Cairns Show....
11 July 2025
Changed traffic conditions for 7 Cairns Marathon
Residents are advised there will be temporary road closures on Sunday 13 July associated with the 7 Cairns Marathon....
9 July 2025
Stratford Sounds hits high note with big crowds
Stratford Sounds launched with strong local support, turning the suburb into a vibrant hub of live music and community spirit....
8 July 2025
Stratford plays host inaugural Live and Local music trail
Everyday venues across Stratford will transform into live music stages on Saturday 5 July for the first-ever Live & Local:...
2 July 2025
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Temporary closure of Babinda Transfer Station
The Babinda Transfer Station will be closed on Wednesday 7 October to allow for the processing of green waste on...
6 October 2026
Community events supported
A total of $63,500 will be invested through Round 19 of the Community Partnerships Grants, supporting seven community events and...
2 October 2026
King Tides expected in Cairns from Sunday
King tides are expected to affect Cairns from Sunday 4 to Friday 9 October....
1 October 2026