Cairns is the second largest regional centre in the Australian State of Queensland. It is very far north and 1700 kilometres from Brisbane, the capital of Queensland. Surrounded by forest, the city centre of Cairns is located on the Trinity Inlet which was named thus by Captain James Cook on his eighteenth century voyage along the east coast. While much development has taken place over the last twenty years, Cairns still remains a pleasant and relaxed and friendly town.
Transport is reasonably good and communication facilities are excellent.
It is wise to wear comfortable cotton clothing and fashion is very relaxed because people adapt to the climate. You do need to use insect repellent and a good sunscreen. Local residents carry bottles of water, hats, sunscreen and umbrellas with them as a matter of course. All children are required to wear hats at school. Top of Page What to Bring The Cairns lifestyle is, necessarily, very casual.