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Clean sweep for female artists in 2022 Art Awards at Cairns Indigenous Art Fair

07 Jul 2022, 12:00

In the largest display of First Nations excellence in the Fair’s 13-year history, Cairns Indigenous Art Fair has revealed this year’s award winners.

Newly expanded Mission Beach restaurant hones in on local produce and global influences

07 Jul 2022, 09:45

From its beachfront location to friendly and efficient service and the best local produce, the newly rebranded BUKO Mission Beach ticks all the boxes.

Cairns Festival reveals packed ten-day program to mark milestone year

20 Jun 2022, 15:45

A mammoth pair of floating ‘Skywhales’ and a circus-themed fight night are just the start of the star-studded Cairns Festival program, which is soon celebrating its 60th lap around the sun.

Tropic Weekender: The best events and things to do in Cairns

15 Jun 2022, 07:45

It's all about live music this weekend, with the launch of Tjapukai Now bringing Neil Murray to town, next to hip hop, pop and a Queen tribute show.

Oaks Kitchen & Garden team to open second restaurant in Port Douglas

13 Jun 2022, 12:45

Restaurateurs Rachael Boon and Ben Wallace are taking their award-winning tropical fare and unmatched service to a second venue in Far North Queensland.

Marine stinger nets to be removed just in time for this weekend’s IRONMAN Cairns

07 Jun 2022, 12:16

Participants in the swim leg of this year’s IRONMAN Asia-Pacific Championship Cairns are still being advised to wear protective suits.

Federal election countdown: A wrap-up of promises and policies for Leichhardt and Kennedy

20 May 2022, 11:45

Ahead of ballot day, check Tropic Now's comprehensive guide to the promises, the policies and the preferences for Far North Queensland.

Cairns’ UMI Arts offers free workshops on wood carving, painting and printmaking

17 May 2022, 10:00

A trio of experienced UMI Arts member artists are offering free workshops for all in the Court House Gallery.

Mossman dining destination puts local flavours front and centre

06 May 2022, 11:00

Set beside the jade waters of Mossman River, Silky Oaks Lodge has reopened to the world with Head Chef Mark Godbeer’s unique twist on native flavours.

Cyclone expected to develop in the Coral Sea this week

04 Apr 2022, 15:21

Meteorologists in several countries are closely monitoring a system which is expected to develop into a tropical cyclone as early as Wednesday.

Cairns Indigenous Art Fair to present 18 large-scale works in inaugural sculpture showcase

23 Mar 2022, 07:45

Celebrating its return to a physical format, CIAF is preparing to present a series of show-stopping sculptural works – a first for the annual art fair.

Jetstar drops huge sale on Cairns fares, including international flights

17 Mar 2022, 11:15

International flights for as little as $72 are on offer to Cairns travellers, while domestic fares start at $55 as part of a nationwide sale.

‘Humbly yet boldly takes on challenges’: Meet the 2022 Cairns Woman of the Year

08 Mar 2022, 09:30

A leader among Cairns’ multicultural communities and an advocate for gender equality has been awarded one of the city’s top accolades this morning.

Cairns beach swimmers become victims of detached jellyfish tentacles inside the nets

22 Feb 2022, 14:19

Five beaches have been closed north of the city due to an infestation of Cyanea jellyfish, also known as hair or lion's mane jellies - or snotties.

Police appeal for information following serious highway crash north of Cairns

01 Feb 2022, 10:00

Police are appealing for public assistance following a crash on the Captain Cook Highway overnight, which left a woman in a critical condition.