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Gina Rinehart Funds 50 Australian Rowers Through Private Sponsorship
Around 50 Australian rowers receive direct private funding from Gina Rinehart, in a sport that combines professional training demands with minimal commercial income.
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State Election Focus: Competing Disaster Plans Pit Insurance Relief Against Infrastructure Spending for Cairns
Cairns residents face a choice between long-term infrastructure upgrades proposed by one major party and more immediate insurance premium subsidies from the other, with both promising to tackle the region's rising climate risks.
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Cairns Residents Now Access Real-Time Disaster Dashboard for Emergency Updates
The city's dedicated online service supports local decision-making during potential incidents.
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Cairns Lets You Explore Two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in One Trip
With the dry season in full swing, local adventure seekers are finding that the world's most unique ecological intersection offers more than just sightseeing.
Politics
Queensland Invests $1.436 Billion to Add 96 Hospital Beds in Cairns
Cairns residents will gain access to 96 new hospital beds, two Medicare Mental Health Centres and expanded specialist outpatient services through recent state and federal funding allocations.
finance
Cairns Mortgage Borrowers Navigate ASX Volatility Amid Mixed Economic Signals
Cairns households are advised to reassess variable-rate exposure amid recent market movements.
news
Cairns Road Closures This Week: Captain Cook Highway
Captain Cook Highway partially closed between Caravonica and Aeroglen due to flooding. Kuranda Range Road shut for night roadworks. Check Cairns traffic updates.
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Cairns Community Members Follow Progress on Local Infrastructure Projects
Residents track developments across water, road, hospital and marine works in the region.
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Cairns Council Decides on Major Transport Strategy for Growing Traffic
With growing traffic challenges, local authorities must decide on strategies to improve transportation infrastructure and commuter experience in Far North Queensland.
property
Cairns Rents Stay 40% Cheaper Than Brisbane As Regional Markets Boom
As metropolitan rents climb, new data shows regional hubs like Cairns remain an attainable option for renters and buyers alike.
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Cairns residents respond to council's latest policy decisions
Local residents and stakeholders respond to Cairns Regional Council policies affecting key issues amid ongoing regional challenges.
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Voices from Affected Community Members on Cairns City Council Updates
Residents across far north Queensland describe how local government decisions touch on reef protection, fishing access and water use in their daily routines.