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Fresh hope that Cairns could host a Cowboys match in 2016

ROPING 'EM IN: A thunderous Cairns crowd could be cheering on NRL superstar Johnathan Thurston and his North Queensland Cowboys if a match is secured at Barlow Park in 2016. PHOTO: STEFAN POSTLES/GETTY IMAGES Source: Getty Images. >> view original

Winter chill no trouble for Far North's tourists

“July and August are generally our busiest months and that's a trend throughout Cairns,” she said. “It does feel like it started a bit earlier this year, and we are trading better than last year with more Aussies coming up this way.” General manager of ... >> view original

Greek debt crisis doesn't deter Cairns travellers

But Greece's financial woes haven't deterred Cairns residents from wanting to visit the country, or those with holidays already booked, according to a local travel agent. “Some customers with impending travel plans to Greece have been stocking up on ... >> view original

Cairns man to give evidence in alleged $85000 drug deal

RISKY BUSINESS: A Cairns man who allegedly took $85,000 in vacuum-sealed cash to Cairns Airport and planned to exchange the money for a suitcase full of marijuana will give evidence in the trial of his accused supplier. PHOTO: AFP PHOTO / DPA ... >> view original

Despite its flaws, Cairns Hospital punches above its weight

My last experience in Cairns was totally different. I couldn't empty my bladder, which believe me, is extremely uncomfortable. I phoned the hospital and spoke to the receptionist who told me to come straight in. When I arrived I was treated immediately ... >> view original

SOLD: Perth-based joint venture buys Pacific Hotel Cairns Source: Supplied

“All signs point to Cairns now regaining its presence as Australia's premier domestic and inbound leisure destination. We are seeing significant growth from longstanding overseas markets such as America, UK and Europe. Furthermore, China is a ... >> view original

Big money push to lure mountain biking Enduro World Series to Cairns

Member for Barron River Craig Crawford said the State Government's $460,000 commitment for mountain bike trails in Smithfield Regional Park symbolised the Government's commitment to sport in the Cairns region. “Smithfield is home to mountain biking in ... >> view original

Avenger ride “three minutes of hell” at the Cairns Show

Mr Brown said amusement ride operators would prefer the Cairns Show to fall over a weekend, but understood it was hard to co-ordinate dates that suited all exhibitors and entertainers. “The Mackay Show moved its date so it didn't coincide with State of ... >> view original

Korean man who allegedly doused himself in petrol at Cairns Airport will apply ...

IN COURT: Firefighters attend the scene at Cairns Airport on Friday after a man allegedly doused himself in petrol and threatened to set himself alight. The Korean national will apply for bail today. PICTURE: STEWART McLEAN Source: News Corp Australia. >> view original

Cairns and Far North Queensland braces for cold winds and below average ...

“We're going to see pretty consistent winter wind over the next few days but it probably won't affect people too badly in Cairns,” Mr Fitzgerald said. “The cold front brings Antarctic air from the southern ocean and it's nice and cool and dry, so that ... >> view original