Latest News
Bike ride back on track
THE iconic Cairns to Karumba Bike Ride (C2K) will return in 2026 with Cardzilla confirmed as the naming rights sponsor.
14 December, 2025
General News
Popular beach upgrades
A $1.64 million project, including a $395,362 sport and recreation recovery grant, will deliver a proper car park and...
13 December, 2025
Feral pigs target of club
THE founder of a newly-formed feral pig hunting club says it aims to...
Appeal to save fig tree
A WEEPING fig tree which has caused significant damage, including to the...
Seoul aim
AN Amway incentive program involving nearly 3000 delegates flying to...
Entertainment
‘Fat’ comedian on yacht sailing to Far North
COMEDIAN Urzila Carlson will bring her brand-new show ‘Fatty On a Yacht’ to Cairns as part of her 2026 Australian tour.
14 December, 2025
Local actor in series
QUEENSLAND online series Ruff & Ruby has been nominated for a 2026 AACTA...
Desert queens
CAIRNS Choral Society will launch its 2026 season with ‘Priscilla, Queen...
Shire’s true Christmas spirit
THE new-style Christmas extravaganza at the Mossman show grounds last...
Community
New top role for journo
FORMER experienced newspaper and online editor Jennifer Spilsbury is the new chief executive officer of Advance Cairns.
12 December, 2025
Toddler needs special van
A SPIRITED community fundraising effort has been launched to help secure...
Cancer hub’s push for cash
Mayor meets top federal health official
Upgrades for crucial town halls
SIX community halls are to be upgraded as part of key election...
Business
Hospitality key to Fetta’s
Host George Karagiannis loves nothing more than chatting with customers
11 December, 2025
Savour tasty spices of life
Tia’s Cafe dishes up best Thai cuisine at good prices and handy location
New cat lifts Reef itineraries
THANKFULLY, those dark days of the ‘COVID era’ are a far distant memory...
At 80, Mal’s still at work
Pharmacist’s love of job and folk
Real Estate
7-Eleven opens two additional outlets
TWO more 7-Eleven Australia stores are opening in Cairns to total three in the city – with more to come.
11 December, 2025
Driven to succeed
Couple brings fresh and collaborative approach to real estate
Local News
First home buyers rivalry
AUSTRALIA’S first home buyer market is a fascinating and influential...
Hot competition
A HIGH-performing Far North Queensland storage facility near Cairns...
Sport
Gryffs are No.1
GRYFFINDORS have dominated the senior basketball grand finals, with three divisions deciding their champions across...
13 December, 2025
Local News
Northern Pride’s 2026 season more appealing for fans
THE Kenfrost Homes Northern Pride have welcomed the release of the 2026...
Bucking great times ahead
Professional bull riding series unveils packed, thrilling calendar for...
Body Fit event to return
THE stunning waterfront and tropical lifestyle of Cairns have made a...
