Getting Around Cairns: Roads, Public Transport and Connections
A practical guide to how people move around Cairns and the Far North, from the Bruce Highway and the airport to local buses and the long road north to Cape York.
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All sport stories from Cairns.
A practical guide to how people move around Cairns and the Far North, from the Bruce Highway and the airport to local buses and the long road north to Cape York.
From the AFL Cairns women's competition to netball, triathlon and rugby league, Cairns women and girls have more opportunities than ever to compete, lead and thrive in sport.
When finals season arrives, Cairns comes alive with communal viewing spots, supporter clubs and local venues screening every match so no fan misses a moment.
From competitive swim clubs at Tobruk Memorial Pool to a free family splash at the Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, the city has swimming options for every age and ambition.
Cairns is one of Australia's premier cycling destinations, home to internationally recognised mountain bike trails at Smithfield and a strong road and club cycling culture in the tropics.
Cairns athletics clubs offer structured pathways from tiny tots learning to sprint to adults chasing personal bests, with the cool dry season providing ideal conditions for competition.
Cairns has a thriving junior cricket scene running through the wet-season months, with clubs across the region offering formats tailored to young players of every skill level.
A practical guide for Cairns parents looking to register children in junior Australian Rules or soccer, including how the seasons work and where to sign up.
With the Great Barrier Reef on the doorstep, a sheltered lagoon on the Esplanade and Cairns Marlin Marina as a base for sailing, Cairns is one of Australia's great water sport cities.
Barlow Park on Mulgrave Road is the heartbeat of rugby league in Cairns, hosting the Northern Pride and a packed local sporting calendar year-round.
Australian Rules football has a passionate following in Far North Queensland, with AFL Cairns running a vibrant local competition at Cazaly's Stadium throughout the season.
From beginner hit-and-giggle sessions to competitive club fixtures, Cairns has a vibrant tennis scene that welcomes players of every age and ability.
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