Cairns Council Tracker

Latest Council News

• Cairns City Council flags $40 million waterfront precinct upgrade in long-term infrastructure plan

  The upgrade targets the Trinity Inlet foreshore and Esplanade dining precinct to boost year-round economic activity and liveability for residents.

Upcoming Meetings

Current Consultations

• Cairns Esplanade Lagoon Precinct Master Plan

  Submissions close 31 July 2026

  Have your say

• Northern Beaches transport corridor — community feedback

  Submissions close 14 August 2026

  Have your say

• Draft Cassowary Coast climate adaptation strategy

  Submissions close 28 August 2026

  Have your say

Budget at a Glance

• $612M

  Total operating budget 2025-26

• $184M

  Capital works program

• 2.9%

  Average rate increase