Blog
Written by locals.
Notes from a first-timer at a Cairns community BBQ
Turned up not knowing anyone and left with three new numbers in my phone and an invite to a fishing trip. If you're new…
Why the Cairns Cyclists group is the friendliest ride in town
Showed up to my first group ride nervous about pace and got dropped exactly nowhere near behind. Good group, sensible about heat, always someone…
Settling into Cairns after moving from down south
The pace is different here, in a good way. Give it three months before you judge whether it's for you — that's about how…
Five Cairns walks you can do before breakfast
The Esplanade boardwalk is the obvious one, but if you're up early enough Redlynch Valley and Freshwater Creek are worth the drive. Cooler air,…
What actually happens during Cairns' wet season
New to town? Here's what nobody tells you: it's not raining constantly, it's humid constantly, and the rain shows up in short, heavy bursts.…
A weekend in Palm Cove without leaving Cairns proper
You don't need a resort booking to enjoy Palm Cove — the public beach access points are free, the jetty at the northern end…
How the local buy & sell groups actually work
Post clear photos, price it fairly, and reply fast — that's most of it. The Cairns Buy Swap Sell group moves quickly, and the…
A local's guide to the Rusty's Markets weekend rush
Get there before 7am on Saturday if you want the good mangoes without the queue. The coffee van near the Grafton Street entrance is…
Best spots for a sunset drink along the Esplanade
The lagoon end gets crowded around 5:30pm but it's crowded for a reason. If you want something quieter, the northern end near the jetty…
The unofficial ranking of Cairns swimming spots
Freshwater Creek for a proper swim, the lagoon for convenience, Trinity Beach for the least stingers in season. Controversial opinion: the lagoon is overrated…