Role of Council
Wondering what Local Government does? Our two fact sheets provide an overview of the role and function of Council. These educational resources are designed primarily for use by teachers and students.
Fact sheet: What Councils do
This educational resource outlines:
- tiers of government in Australia
- responsibilities of councils
- paying for what councils do
- who works for council
- what do Councillors do
Fact sheet: About Cairns Regional Council
This educational resource outlines:
- people & geography of the Cairns region
- brief history of Cairns
- overview of Cairns Regional Council
- elected members: Mayor and Councillors
- Council meetings
- Council emblems
- Sister Cities
- significant historical milestones
Last Updated: 19 September 2025
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