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Super city three years on
The amalgamation of the former Cairns City and Mulgrave Shire in 1995 resulted in the new City of Cairns becoming one of Queensland’s top 10…
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Revitalising the city centre
Working in partnership with the Cairns Port Authority and State Government, Council believes three major projects are set to give a new lease of life…
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Planning reaps rewards
Following the opening of the Cairns Central Shopping Complex concerns were raised by traders that the heart of the CBD was now split. In addition,…
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State of the art Council Chambers
The new Administration Centre has met both the current and future needs of Council staff and the community. At the same time, it has enabled…
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Tropical arts and culture
While it might be tempting for residents and visitors to Cairns to while away hours on the pristine beaches, visit the reef or tour the…
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Keeping Cairns safe
In Cairns, as elsewhere, the fear for one’s safety and the idea that crime is on the increase is not always matched by reality. An…
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Activating young ideas
Recognising that young people have a great deal to contribute to the community, Council provides a number of avenues for youth to explore and develop…
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High tech solutions
The potential faced by many organisations for lifts, security systems, telecommunications, airconditioning, computer systems and so forth failing with the calendar change to the new…
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Gardens in paradise
It may be difficult for readers in southern areas to imagine why there is a need for a Botanic Gardens in Cairns where lush tropical…
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Waste into profit
While households around the country are turning food scraps into compost for their gardens, it is often highly impractical for restaurants and other services where…
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Natural solutions for insect control
Not only are mosquitoes pesky creatures that can ruin an otherwise pleasant evening, they can spread diseases such as Malaria, Ross River Fever and Australian…
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NSW Managers shape their future
The NSW Division of the Institute of Municipal Management (IMM) staged its Annual Conference in Sydney from 27-29 July. Using the theme ‘It’s Our Future…