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About Us

The world-class Cairns Convention Centre is everything you would expect from an international purpose-built venue located amidst nature's pristine playground. It’s only in Cairns, you’ll find...

‘Reef Connections’ by Elvernia Johnson, a Gungganji Gurugulu and Gimuy Walubara Yidinji artist, depicting colourful reef life including fish, turtles, and coral

Reconciliation Journey | Cairns Convention Centre

Reconciliation at Cairns Convention Centre The Cairns Convention Centre is committed to embedding reconciliation across our operations and the guest experience.Guided by our Innovate...

Our Partners

The Cairns Convention Centre is an active member of the events industry and engages with a range of national and international industry bodies. Association Internationale De Palais De...

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What Our Clients Say

Cairns Convention Centre Client Testimonials Discover why event organisers and industry professionals choose Cairns Convention Centre. Through these client testimonials, you'll see our...

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Sustainability

A Conference Venue Designed for Energy Efficiency and Reduced Environmental Impact Situated between two World Heritage listed areas, the Great Barrier Reef and...

The Cairns Convention Centre, a modern multi-story building with vertical green features and large glass windows, surrounded by lush greenery and trees, with mountains in the background and a clear blue sky.

Expansion

The Cairns Convention Centre has undergone a significant expansion and refurbishment. The 10,500 sqm expansion includes:Large undercover, tropically planted Porte CochereExpanded main entry...

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Community Engagement

The Cairns Convention Centre is a founding partner of Citizens of the Reef. Citizens of the Reef is the world’s first collaborative movement for the Reef – a unique, data-driven and united...

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Awards & Accreditations

Awards The Cairns Convention Centre has won many awards since opening in 1996 for building design and operational performance.The major highlight for the Centre’s team was achieving the 2014...

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Careers

The Cairns Convention Centre provides an exciting opportunity to be part of a world class, award winning venue where staff are valued and their ideas can inspire change as we continue to strive and...