Our Council

Cassowary Coast Regional Council was formed on 15 March 2008 with the amalgamation of Cardwell and Johnstone shires.

Cassowary Coast region has:

  • An area of 4,702 square km
  • A community of around 30,000 people
  • A mix of town, rural and coastal communities

Council is led by a mayor and six councillors. Council is committed to realising our vision of ‘One Coast: Cassowary Coast’, to ensuring great experiences, delivering value and creating a sustainable future for our community.