Budget needs to turn promises into reality

Budget needs to turn promises into reality

More than half a billion dollars in pre-election promises by the Albanese Government must be reflected in new treasurer Jim Chalmers’ first Federal Budget in October. Following a fruitful election campaign for the Far North that saw several major funding promises,...
August 2022 Newsletter

August 2022 Newsletter

From the Executive Chair Two major announcements in recent days have the potential to profoundly reshape the tropical north Queensland region for decades to come. Firstly, the Albanese Government has confirmed the most comprehensive reassessment of Australian Defence...
July 2022 Newsletter

July 2022 Newsletter

From the Executive Chair The far north has been front and centre this week with State Government activities with a range of senior ministers in the region. Yesterday Advance Cairns staged our annual post State Budget review at the Hilton Hotel with Treasurer and...
Foundation members recognised

Foundation members recognised

More than 100 local business owners and representatives turned out to celebrate a decade of support from Advance Cairns Foundation Members at Crystalbrook’s Whiskey and Wine Bar last night. The event recognised 42 businesses and organisations which have been...
June 2022 Newsletter

June 2022 Newsletter

From the Executive Chair Strategic growth opportunities across defence, food exports, education and health were front and centre when Advance Cairns last week hosted senior diplomats from seven Asian countries. Senior representatives such as Ambassadors, High...