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Cairns Convention Centre

Name: Cairns Convention Centre
Address: Cnr Wharf & Sheridan Sts, Cairns, QLD, 4870, AU
Telephone: (07) 4042 4200
Rating: 4.2

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Cairns Convention Centre is an award-winning venue located on the shores of the Great Barrier Reef 🪸🐠

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Cairns Convention Centre is a highly flexible venue and is ideal for meetings from 300 - 2,500 delegates, it is home to the Cairns Taipans NBL Team and host of concerts, exhibitions and wonderful gala dinners.

02/06/2026

𝗕𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗶: 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆, 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗺𝗲𝗲𝘁

Developed in collaboration with Gimuy Walubara Yidinji Elder, Professor Henrietta Marrie, Burii is a First Nations–inspired menu grounded in place.

Meaning “on the fire”, it reflects family, tradition and a deep connection to Country. Fire is not just a method of cooking, but a place of gathering, where knowledge is shared and community comes together.

Guided by Professor Marrie, Executive Chef David Hart and the Centre’s culinary team explored traditional flavours, seasonal knowledge and cultural practices, shaping a menu true to place and purpose.

Each dish draws on native ingredients and regional produce, reflecting the richness of Tropical North Queensland, Australia.

Burii can be delivered across key conference dining moments, from large-scale three-course dinners to more intimate degustation experiences and canapé-style networking functions.

Explore the story and menu behind Burii: https://bit.ly/4ff82T0

20/05/2026

They’ve taken on the Cairns Lagoon.
Cruised above the rainforest on Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Hit Palm Cove’s iconic palm-lined shores…
…and even got up close with crocs at Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas 🐊

Now the Harlem Globetrotters are bringing that same energy courtside 🔥

Catch them live at Cairns Convention Centre on 28 June for a show packed with jaw-dropping tricks, big laughs and family fun.

🎟️ Secure your seats now: https://bit.ly/4nh3JbX

19/05/2026

𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗥 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝘄𝗵𝗼 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀 🎧

The travelling AHRI bear recently spent time with the Cairns Convention Centre AV team, checking out new rigging gear in action.

18/05/2026

𝗪𝗲’𝗿𝗲 𝗛𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 – 𝗠𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗻 (𝗙𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲)

Cairns Convention Centre is looking for a skilled and proactive Maintenance Technician to join the Facilities Management team at our award‑winning, world‑class venue.
From conferences and concerts to major sporting and public events, this role supports the day‑to‑day operation of a dynamic events venue.

About the role:
• Hands‑on general maintenance across the Centre
• Support live events, building systems and daily operations
• Respond to maintenance requests and carry out internal and external inspections

About you:
• Experience in a maintenance role, ideally within a commercial or venue environment
• Strong understanding of workplace health and safety
• Trade qualifications and tickets (e.g. White Card, Forklift, EWP) highly regarded

👉 Learn more about the role and apply now: https://bit.ly/47JMBF0

15/05/2026

🎶 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗶𝗴𝗴𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗕𝗜𝗚 𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗧𝗟𝗘 𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗪 𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄 𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗻𝘀! 🎶

Bringing all the colour, music and magic of a Wiggles show in a fun, close‑up experience perfect for families.

Plan your visit:
🟡 SHOW 1 (10:00am)
• Car park open: 8:00am
• Doors & ticket scanning: 9:00am
• Show: 10:00am
• Food, drinks & merchandise from 9:00am

🔵 SHOW 2 (1:00pm)
• Car park open: 8:00am
• Doors & ticket scanning: 12:00pm
• Show: 1:00pm
• Food, drinks & merchandise from 12:00pm

🎟️ Limited tickets available for the 1:00pm show: https://bit.ly/4cOA44Z

Paid parking available (first come, first served).
Please allow extra time for entry and security screening.

Pram parking is available in the foyers for your convenience (prams are not permitted inside the Auditorium).

12/05/2026

🌿 We’re excited to announce that Cairns will host the 6th World Ecoacoustics Congress from 17 to 20 August 2026, in partnership with JCU: James Cook University, Australia

Taking place at Cairns Convention Centre, this international congress will bring together researchers, scientists, engineers and practitioners from around the world to explore the fast-evolving field of ecoacoustics.

What is ecoacoustics? It is the study of natural and human-made sound, and how it can help us better understand ecosystems, biodiversity and environmental change.

And where better to host these conversations than Cairns?

Set between the Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics Rainforest, our destination offers delegates direct access to one of the most ecologically rich and acoustically diverse regions in the world.

Why Cairns?

🌱 A destination shaped by two globally significant ecosystems

🌱 A strong connection to science, sustainability and nature-based experiences

🌱 A world-class venue designed to support international knowledge exchange

🌱 A region that inspires delegates to connect with place, purpose and impact

As Professor Paul Roe, Dean, Research at James Cook University, says, “From rainforest soundscapes to reef environments, this is a place where ecoacoustics can help us better understand ecosystem health, biodiversity and the impacts of environmental change.”

We’re proud to welcome the global ecoacoustics community to Cairns in 2026, supporting meaningful collaboration while showcasing the unique natural environment that makes Tropical North Queensland, Australia such a powerful destination for business events.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/49Dh34v

📷: Tourism Australia

10/05/2026

We're excited to announce the appointment of Hope Mitchell as Event Services Director, recognising her significant contribution over the past four years and her ongoing leadership within the Centre.

Hope has built a strong reputation with clients as a trusted and highly respected leader, known for delivering consistently high‑quality experiences and building enduring relationships with clients. In her new role, she will lead the Event Services team to ensure seamless delivery across a diverse range of events, while also advancing the growth of live and local events at the Centre. Her appointment reflects both her deep understanding of client priorities and her ability to lead with clarity, insight and purpose.

10/05/2026

𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗢𝗻 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗡𝗢𝗪 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗝𝗶𝗺 𝗝𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀: 𝗦𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗮 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿

Cairns loves its comedy, and tickets for Jim Jefferies are already selling fast.

Australia’s global comedy powerhouse is bringing his hit Son of a Carpenter tour home, and Cairns is officially on the schedule.

📅 Saturday 8 August 2026
📍 Cairns Convention Centre
🎟️ Tickets on sale now: https://bit.ly/4cZuyfK

Fresh from sold‑out shows across North America and Europe, Jim Jefferies delivers razor‑sharp wit, bold storytelling and laugh‑out‑loud moments audiences know and love.

If comedy is your thing, don’t wait! Get in quick before tickets are gone.

08/05/2026

At Cairns Convention Centre, we are pleased to be hosting the Financial Counselling Australia (FCA) Conference, with activity continuing across the Centre today. Bringing together close to 900 delegates, the conference welcomes financial counsellors, government representatives, regulators, community organisations and industry stakeholders. Guided by this year’s theme, Momentum, the program has delivered a comprehensive mix of keynote sessions, panels and concurrent streams exploring the evolving financial landscape and workforce priorities.

Across the Centre, our spaces are activated through a dynamic program, from sessions in the auditorium and meeting rooms to an exhibition featuring 50+ exhibitors, supporting knowledge exchange and professional development. The program also extended into the evening, with last night’s Jan Pentland gala dinner providing an opportunity to connect and recognise excellence.

Supported by Queensland Government, the conference highlights the importance of national collaboration and the value of hosting these conversations in Cairns.

06/05/2026

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗮 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄, 𝗖𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗻𝘀! 🎤

Guy Sebastian delivered an outstanding performance at the Cairns Convention Centre on 24 April, with a set full of fan favourites and new music.

A big thank you to everyone who joined us for such a great night.

Check out the highlights and don’t miss what’s coming next, visit our What’s On page or subscribe for updates: https://bit.ly/3RmRFcV

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Cnr Wharf & Sheridan Sts
Cairns, QLD
4870

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

(07) 4042 4200

Website

http://www.cairnsconvention.com.au/

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