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Cassowary Coast Regional Council is introducing new operating hours at Waste Transfer Stations across the region, based directly on what our community told us they need.

The Cassowary Coast, home to beautiful beaches like Etty Bay, Mission Beach, and Kurrimine Beach, attracts visitors year-round. But the presence of marine stingers like box jellyfish that pose a safet

The Cassowary Coast is proud to announce it has achieved ECO Destination Certification through Ecotourism Australia, becoming the seventh Queensland destination and the 14th in Australia to receive th

We understand the impact of the recent flooding, and we know that some of your favourite spaces may not look or function the way they used to. Please know that these areas have been made safe, and we

Cassowary Coast is set to host its first-ever Pasifika Celebrations 2025, a vibrant cultural event honouring traditions through music, dance, and cuisine of neighbouring Pacific Island Nations.

At the March Local Government Meeting, Cassowary Coast Regional Council approved changes to the regulated on-street parking networks in the Innisfail and Tully town centres. These changes help local b

Mission Beach community came out in full force this past Saturday for the highly successful “Gear up with Big Machines” event, marking a fun and informative start to the school holidays.

As we head into the Easter School Holidays, Cassowary Coast Regional Council reassures residents and visitors, that Mission Beach businesses are very much open and ready to welcome you.

Recovery efforts across the Cassowary Coast continue to make impressive strides, with more than 50% of the recovery works from Tropical Cyclone Jasper now complete.

Land valuations across the Cassowary Coast have increased by an average of 40% since the last revaluation in 2022, reflecting strong market demand.

We understand the significant impact that the recent flooding has had on the Cardwell community.

Today marks a major milestone for the Cassowary Coast as kerbside recycling officially begins! With yellow-lidded bins now in place across the region, residents can start recycling their household w

Local artists and community organisations are invited to apply for a grant of up to $5000 through the Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) to support arts and culture activities on the Cassowary Coas

Cassowary Coast Regional Council has taken a significant step towards securing long-term economic and job opportunities for the region by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Silica Resour

The aftermath of the unprecedented flooding event in February 2025 has left a lasting impact on the Port Hinchinbrook area, with significant debris build-up in One Mile Creek and the Commercial Basin.