The Latest Breaking News from Cairns Regional Council

Cyclone threat looms for rain-battered region

A region recovering from heavy rain is bracing for another deluge after enduring flooding that closed a major road, with two potential cyclones on the horizon.

AAP · Jan 29, 2025

Cairns Regional Council overturns decision to go cashless after residents rally

Cairns Regional Council reverses a decision to ban cash from its facilities after residents rallied against the decision.

ABC News · Apr 19, 2023

Bin-diving Cairns man recycling containers to makes ends meet as cost of living surges

Warren Zipperer has become a familiar sight in the inner suburbs of Cairns. When he really commits, he can make up to $200 a week to help pay for fuel and a "better lifestyle" — but it's hard and dirty work.

ABC News · Mar 31, 2023

Cause of mass fish kill in Mulgrave River under investigation

The Department of Environment and Science is continuing investigations into cause of a large fish kill in the Mulgrave River, downstream from Gordonvale in far north Queensland.

ABC News · Nov 17, 2022

Cairns Regional Council rate hike proposal leaves investment property owners furious

Owners of investment properties in one of Queensland's tightest housing markets say a council rate hike for non-principal places of residence will only drive up rent as tenants struggle with the rising cost of living.

ABC News · Nov 7, 2022

Cairns Regional Council in spotlight over ban of shared e-scooters on footpaths

While other Queensland cities are expanding the reach of shared e-scooters, one major tourism city is holding out.

ABC News · Oct 27, 2022

State government to have final say on tourism bed tax proposal from Queensland councils

Visitors will be charged the "equivalent of a cup of coffee" on top of their accommodation bill under the proposal, which has the backing of tourism industry groups but needs state government support.

ABC News · Oct 20, 2022

Popular Cairns beaches could be doomed to disappear as mudflats march on

A leading geoscientist says two popular Cairns beaches will become mudflats over the coming decades, a revelation that would affect the beaches' waterfront home owners.

ABC News · Jul 22, 2022