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Groups share in Community Partnerships Grant funding
Sporting events, cultural celebrations, and community festivals across the Cairns region will receive more than $335,000 in Council funding through...
29 May 2025
Bold vision unveiled to support housing growth in Cairns CBD
Council has launched an ambitious new initiative aimed at unlocking investment in well-located residential development and revitalising key precincts in...
28 May 2025
Council continues on its reconciliation journey
Council’s reconciliation journey has moved a step forward with the endorsement of the Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan 2025-2027....
28 May 2025
Pet owners urged to update their dog details
Council is calling on dog owners throughout the region to update their pet details before dog registration renewal notices are...
16 May 2025
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King tides expected in Cairns from Saturday
King tides are expected to affect Cairns this week, starting from Saturday 8 to Friday 14 August....
5 August 2026
Grab a bargain at this year’s Trash to Treasure
Want to give old items a second life, learn new skills, snap up a bargain or simply enjoy a free...
5 August 2026
Council highlights advocacy wins
Hundreds of millions of dollars for housing, water security and major infrastructure are among the significant advocacy outcomes secured for...
31 July 2026