Our Priorities
In our vision for Cairns, every voice matters, and every resident should have the opportunity to actively shape the future of our City.
Our commitment to transparency, accountability, and engagement drives us to craft a future centred on liveability, opportunity, prosperity, and a robust sense of community.
We’re not about election promises; we’re about meaningful action and a commitment to working towards a Cairns that’s not just stronger, but safer, more resilient, and future-ready.
Join us in building a brighter future
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RENEWED
Cairns
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CONNECTED
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DIVERSE
Cairns
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SUSTAINABLE
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THRIVING
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RENEWED
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A council that delivers effective and efficient services for you – we will make it easier for you to interact with Council
Restore community trust by opening Council’s doors for workshops and meetings and deputations
Regular neighbourhood community conversation forums in all Divisions
Reduce red tape and decision-making time –
more frequent Council meetings
Make residents’ local areas more beautiful and cleaner
Better parks and open spaces
A safer city and suburbs
Free dumping of green waste, e-waste and
white goods all year round
Activate northern end of Esplanade and Boardwalk
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More pedestrian and cycling paths
More walking trails
Enhance streets and public spaces for people
Welcoming city where people can easily get to where they need to go
More carparks available each day in the CBD
Intelligent traffic lights
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DIVERSE
Cairns
Artistic installations in the suburbs
Events and activities for locals and visitors to enjoy in the CBD and suburbs
Establishment of an events attraction fund
Reinvigorate the Council volunteers’ program
Vibrant and viable night time economy
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Grow our urban forest – a greener Cairns
Become leaders in tropical urbanism
Protect and celebrate the Reef and Rainforest
Protect agricultural lands and character from over development
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Strengthen and grow our suburban centres
Support and enable emerging sectors in the local economy
Reduce red tape and lead times for business and development
Small business friendly Council – support local business
Ensure Cairns benefits from the Brisbane 2032 Olympics
Get Cairns its fair share of funding by working with, instead of against, Government at all levels
A single voice for Cairns – restore relationships with Advance Cairns and Tourism Tropical North Queensland, Study Cairns, the Cairns Chamber of Commerce, the Urban Development Institute of Australia, JCU and CQU and other industry and advocacy groups
Jobs for our children
Vibrant and viable economy
A Cairns worth fighting for
We need your help
Join the Team Eden Volunteer Army and help us bring new life to Cairns. We're looking for dedicated individuals to support our campaign, engage with the community, and be the change our city needs. Together, we'll inspire, connect, and deliver a better future.