Cairns is a vibrant tropical city, renowned worldwide as a premier tourism destination. As the international gateway to two of the world’s great natural wonders – the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef and Wet Tropics Rainforest - the region attracts more than 3 million domestic and international visitors each year.
Our unique natural attractions, enviable climate, relaxed lifestyle and friendly hospitality make this one of Australia’s most desirable places to live, visit and do business.
About the Council
Cairns Regional Council plays a fundamental role in planning and providing for the Cairns community.
It services a population of over 150,000 people across an area of nearly 1700km2 from Bramston Beach to Palm Cove. Council delivers more than 400 services and functions, from roads and bridges, rubbish collection, water and sewerage to economic development, natural resource management, libraries and major community events.
Cairns Regional Council comprises nine elected divisional Councillors and a popularly-elected Mayor. It is controlled by the Queensland Local Government Act, with numerous responsibilities devolved to it by the State Government.
Read more on our website at www.cairns.qld.gov.au
