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Good news on full-time jobs growth in Cairns

22 Sep 2017, 09:52

The region's latest unemployment rate is up slightly but the overall trend shows more full-time jobs are being created.

Latest building approval data contains some good news for Cairns economy

15 Jul 2016, 11:50

Steady rise in local building approvals paints a brighter picture in Cairns than most other regions north of Brisbane.

Tough month for building approvals in tropical north

23 May 2016, 16:52

The Conus Trend series by Pete Faulkner shows a slowdown in regional building approvals.

Mixed bag in latest residential building approvals for Cairns region

11 Apr 2016, 10:00

Conus economist Pete Faulkner examines the latest residential building approvals for Cairns and regions across the state.

Marine Precinct, CQU, secure Federal funding

19 Oct 2022, 11:52

The Federal Government says it will contribute $150 million to the expansion of the Cairns Marine Precinct.

Returned Leichhardt MP Warren Entsch reveals his plans for the next three years

23 May 2022, 13:45

The re-elected LNP Member for the Far North Queensland seat has told Tropic Now he's got plenty of goals to achieve before he retires in 2025.

Cairns Marine Precinct expansion a step closer following funding announcement

18 May 2022, 12:17

The State Government has committed to $150-million in a cost sharing agreement with the federal government, regardless of who wins Saturday's election.

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

28 Apr 2022, 15:00

Our lucky last long weekend is here, and there's heaps on in Cairns and the Far North including AFL Footy, live music at a new brewery, and an art party.

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

06 Apr 2022, 12:25

…Sport is the name of the game this weekend, with the local AFL season kicking off and…

Fuel cuts and tax relief: What's in the federal budget for Cairns and Far North Queensland

29 Mar 2022, 21:30

Tourism and marine sweeteners are among promises to the Far North, but funding for critical water infrastructure and a new CQU campus is missing.

The request for Chinese forces in the Solomon Islands: What does it mean for North Qld, Australia & the Pacific?

25 Mar 2022, 13:36

If enacted, a draft security deal would pave the way for a Chinese military and police presence in the neighbouring Solomon Islands.

Cairns Marine Precinct business case warns lack of action will stunt jobs growth

28 Jan 2022, 15:17

A detailed business case into an upgrade of the Cairns Marine Precinct says 'significant economic benefits' are at stake.

Wind turbine blades arrive in Cairns for construction of Kaban Green Power Hub

27 Jan 2022, 16:06

… in Cairns ahead of their transportation to the hub site near Ravenshoe…

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

01 Dec 2021, 17:00

Cairns has Christmas markets galore this weekend, alongside food events, outdoor parties, and exhibition openings.

Cairns craftsmen release festive tipple and gin-focused degustation event

04 Nov 2021, 13:00

Wolf Lane Distillery and Nu Nu Restaurant have teamed up to release a second edition of their Christmas Pudding Gin, with a celebratory launch event in tow.