Bringing home ownership back within reach

Bringing home ownership back within reach

Buying your first home should be an exciting milestone – a rite of passage for young adults as they build their future. But for today’s first home buyers, the experience is often loaded more with stress than excitement. Prices in Cairns have soared as availability...
Nothing beats a real conversation

Nothing beats a real conversation

These days, we’re more connected than ever – thanks to smartphones, virtual meetings and social media. But, in this age of round-the-clock digital interaction, there is still nothing that can compare to a simple face-to-face conversation. Sitting down with another...
It’s Time for Change

It’s Time for Change

An Opinion Piece by Amy Eden Renewal is an essential part of life. It signals the letting go of something outdated in order to move forward. They might say change is as good as a holiday. But holidays end and you are soon forced to return to the regular every-day...
Building trust takes commitment

Building trust takes commitment

Defining “trust” can be a tricky thing. But while it can mean different things to different people, it ultimately comes down to the simple feeling that you can rely on someone to do the right thing, even when no one’s watching. Unfortunately, Cairns Regional Council...
Continuous improvement vital when safety is at stake

Continuous improvement vital when safety is at stake

As Cairns residents, we know only too well the importance of being prepared for the worst that nature can throw at us. When we are up against elements beyond our control, we put our trust in the Local Disaster Management Group (LDMG) to provide us clear and confident...