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Five new cafes and bars coming to Cairns this summer

11 Dec 2020, 12:15

Tropic's list of great coffee and cocktail haunts is long for a city of our size, and it's about to get longer with five new cafes and bars soon opening.

NBL reveals first fixtures with eight Taipans home games

03 Dec 2020, 15:45

The NBL has finally announced the first set of 2021 fixtures, with the Taipans scheduled for a whole set of home games across January and February.

Big week for border openings and Cairns' COVID-19 recovery

25 Nov 2020, 11:00

Cairns can expect an influx of interstate travellers with direct flights from Perth resuming today, and the border to Sydney and Victoria soon opening.

Tropic Weekender: Your curated guide to Cairns' best events

20 Nov 2020, 10:15

With two WNBL matches, live music, markets and a couple of film and theatre screenings, the Tropic team thinks we're in for treat this weekend.

New direct flight service between Canberra and Cairns

06 Nov 2020, 15:00

A new direct Qantas flight path between Canberra and Cairns could generate millions in revenue for the region's tourism industry.

Taking care of business: NAB's role in the region's economy

04 Nov 2020, 11:00

As the largest business banking team in Far North Queensland, NAB is playing a leading role in the region’s economy.

Albert Namatjira painting found in Cairns shed clean out

30 Oct 2020, 09:00

One lucky local had no idea his shed contained a hidden treasure for some thirty years – a rare painting worth an estimated $30,000.

Editor's Letter: Buying Local is more than a catchphrase

09 Sep 2020, 08:50

Tropic Now editor Gavin King takes some big organisations to task about their 'buy local' policies.

Popular radio breakfast show in Cairns axed

21 Aug 2020, 17:00

Southern Cross Austereo has cut 19 breakfast shows from its programming to offset the economic impact of COVID-19.

Everything you need to know about COVID-19 tests in FNQ

14 Aug 2020, 09:46

UPDATE 14/8/20: Tropic Now's comprehensive list of COVID-19 test clinics in the Cairns and FNQ region.

Queensland border closed to Sydney travellers

29 Jul 2020, 16:09

The closure will wipe an estimated $100 million from the Cairns regional economy.

Botanica Lifestyle Resort project reaches another key milestone

25 May 2020, 09:15

FGF have been appointed as the civil works contractors at the $90 million project at Caravonica.

Crystalbrook launches innovative "at home" lifestyle series

30 Apr 2020, 14:40

From recipes to kid's activities, you can now bring some Crystalbrook Collection 5-star style into your home.

Cairns Family Law Group: Keep calm and carry on

28 Apr 2020, 10:31

As our country grapples with COVID-19, so does the family law system, as Cairns Family Law Group explains.

Cairns light display to pay homage to frontline health workers

14 Apr 2020, 14:46

Light beams to be sent into the sky from Smithfield as part of nationwide Light Unite campaign.