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Operational Works Pre-Start
27 Mar 2025: After Operational Works Approval or Planning Approval has been received and prior to construction works beginning, there are several criteria and steps to be completed.
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Waste & recycling
4 Aug 2022: Tips on how to recycle, reduce and reuse waste at home, school and in business. Find your bin collection day and explore Council's waste and recycling facilities.
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Waste Education
27 Aug 2024: Discover education resources and events available to the public, community groups and schools.
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Maintaining our roads
10 Feb 2023: Frequently asked questions about roadworks on local roads in the Cairns Region.
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Flooding
5 Oct 2021: The Cairns region can be subject to flooding due to heavy rainfall. This shouldn't be confused with storm surge associated with a cyclone.
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Event listing terms & conditions
5 Oct 2021: Public event submission terms and conditions
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Emergency Action Plans
31 Mar 2026: Read Council's Copperlode Falls Dam and detention basin Emergency Action Plans.
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Cadets & graduates
5 Oct 2021: Cadets and graduates are employed on a casual basis for a minimum of 12 months.
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Neighbourhood complaints
5 Oct 2021: Council and other government agencies regulate common activities that can cause neighbourhood conflict. Some of these are governed by Local Laws.
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Volunteering
5 Oct 2021: Get involved in your community and connect with like-minded residents.
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