About Us

Advance Cairns is a not-for-profit organisation, jointly funded by the Cairns Regional Council and the Ports North. Advance Cairns also receives funding through its Patron Program which provides the company with valuable links to the business community.

Advance Cairns strength lies in collaboration with it’s Member Organisations who are the key TNQ Business Resources.

The Advance Cairns mission is to contribute to sustainable economic growth in Far North Queensland by:

• Coordinating the efforts of regional organisations.
• Facilitating new and existing business development.
• Advancing the needs and opportunities of the region.

Further information on Advance Cairns operating approach and activities is found in the summary of the Advance Cairns 2009/2010 Business Plan.