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Best suburbs to live in Cairns in 2026

Updated 5 h ago

Best suburbs to live in Cairns in 2026

Palm Cove to Edmonton — where Cairns's residential value lies in 2026.

By Cairns Daily · 23 June 2026

Cairns Airport wins Asian route expansion with two new airline agreements

Updated 6 h ago

Cairns Airport wins Asian route expansion with two new airline agreements

Vietnam Airlines and Philippines-based Cebu Pacific will begin direct services in 2026.

By Cairns Daily · 23 June 2026

The business of the Reef: how the Great Barrier Reef drives Cairns commerce

Updated 6 h ago

The business of the Reef: how the Great Barrier Reef drives Cairns commerce

$1.5 billion in reef-related tourism revenue makes the Reef the backbone of Cairns' economy.

By Cairns Daily · 23 June 2026

Best Gyms and Fitness Centres in Cairns for 2026

Updated 18 h ago

Best Gyms and Fitness Centres in Cairns for 2026

The top gyms and fitness studios in Cairns for every budget and fitness goal.

By The Daily Cairns · 22 June 2026

Indigenous Tourism in Cairns: Connecting Visitors to Oldest Living Culture

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Indigenous Tourism in Cairns: Connecting Visitors to Oldest Living Culture

The Djabugay and Yirrganydji people offer cultural tourism experiences of extraordinary depth.

By The Daily Cairns · 22 June 2026

Kuranda: The Village in the Rainforest

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Kuranda: The Village in the Rainforest

The Skyrail and the Scenic Railway provide two extraordinary ways to reach the rainforest village above Cairns.

By The Daily Cairns · 22 June 2026

Women's Sport in Cairns: Teams, Leagues and How to Get Involved

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Women's Sport in Cairns: Teams, Leagues and How to Get Involved

From the AFL Cairns women's competition to netball, triathlon and rugby league, Cairns women and girls have more opportunities than ever to compete, lead and thrive in sport.

By The Daily Cairns · 22 June 2026

The Daintree: Where Reef Meets Rainforest

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The Daintree: Where Reef Meets Rainforest

North of Cairns, two World Heritage environments meet at the edge of the Coral Sea.

By The Daily Cairns · 22 June 2026

Rainforest walks near Cairns: the best trails

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Rainforest walks near Cairns: the best trails

Barron Gorge, Daintree, and the Atherton Tablelands walking guide.

By Cairns Daily · 22 June 2026

Best family activities in Cairns

Updated 5 h ago

Best family activities in Cairns

Reef to rainforest — Cairns' top family experiences.

By Cairns Daily · 22 June 2026

Moving to Cairns: the complete 2026 guide

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Moving to Cairns: the complete 2026 guide

Reef, rainforest, and tropical life — what to know before relocating to Far North Queensland.

By Cairns Daily · 22 June 2026

Federal Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility backs two major Cairns projects

Updated 7 h ago

Federal Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility backs two major Cairns projects

The NAIF has approved $340 million in concessional loans for the Cairns waterfront hotel and the James Cook University research hub.

By Cairns Daily · 21 June 2026

First Home Buyer Guide: How to Buy Property in Cairns in 2026

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First Home Buyer Guide: How to Buy Property in Cairns in 2026

Everything Cairns first home buyers need to know about grants, deposits, and affordable suburbs.

By The Daily Cairns · 21 June 2026

James Cook University Cairns: Education in the Tropics

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James Cook University Cairns: Education in the Tropics

The tropical campus provides the research and education that the Far North needs.

By The Daily Cairns · 21 June 2026

Port Douglas: The Luxury Alternative to Cairns

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Port Douglas: The Luxury Alternative to Cairns

The small town 70 kilometres north of Cairns provides a more exclusive tropical experience.

By The Daily Cairns · 21 June 2026

Cairns Economy: Beyond Tourism, Toward Sustainability

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Cairns Economy: Beyond Tourism, Toward Sustainability

The city is building economic foundations that reduce dependence on visitor spending cycles.

By The Daily Cairns · 21 June 2026

Snorkelling in Cairns: the complete guide

Updated 4 h ago

Snorkelling in Cairns: the complete guide

Day trips, locations, and what to see on the Great Barrier Reef.

By Cairns Daily · 21 June 2026

Best parks and natural spaces in Cairns

Updated 5 h ago

Best parks and natural spaces in Cairns

Reef, rainforest, and national parks — Cairns sits beside two World Heritage areas.

By Cairns Daily · 21 June 2026

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