AREA GUIDE Neighbourhood Cairns, considered the gateway to Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, is a city in tropical Far North Queensland. Brimming with coconut palms and curlews (a unique, long-legged bird you’ll meet when you get there), it’s the type of place to settle down if you’re craving a more leisurely lifestyle. If you like to hike, or you’d like to see your kids (and then grandkids) out riding bikes or jumping in creeks after school, then this tropical city is the place for you. Each area of Cairns has its own character and charm – and it’s one of the more multicultural cities in Australia. One-fifth of its population was born overseas. Its beauty lies within the fact that it has all the features of a city, but with the ease and movement and community feel of a village. Less stress, but still connected. An unbeatable combination, no? Things to Do The wealth of things to do in Cairns seems endless. From the breathtaking Babinda Boulders where you can splash about in the freshwater holes, to the welcoming Cairns Esplanade, lined with bars and restaurants, and morning yoga classes by the swimming lagoon. Hungry? Cairns offers a smorgasbord of rich, flavoursome delights. You’ll find everything here from bush tucker-inspired banquets and fresh, out-of-the-ocean seafood to fine dining degustation and even the casual curry. Northwest of the city, Daintree National Park spans mountainous rainforest, gorges and beaches. Off the coast, the allure of the Great Barrier Reef and Fitzroy Island beckons, with the pristine white sand and azure waters of Nudey Beach - a bucket list destination in Australia. Lifestyle Cairns is on the up and up; a veritable playground for outdoor enthusiasts and a burgeoning new mecca for foodies, thanks to its ever-growing roster of restaurants and bars. No matter where you live in Cairns, you can walk or take a short drive to a creek, rainforest track, or turquoise-hued beach. Make it a slightly longer drive or even a boat trip and you’ll wind up under a waterfall, up a mountain hike, or swimming in through a technicoloured reef. Add to that, a superb climate and a relaxed tropical lifestyle; its wealth of attributes make this Tropical North Queensland city one of Australia’s most desirable places to live, visit, and even do business. Cairns has a lifestyle and culture that is completely unique. Known as much for its diversity in nature as it is for its relaxed charm, the allure of this beautiful city seduces all types of people, promising a home akin to tropical paradise. Plus, a dash of urban sophistication and laid-back coastal luxury thrown in for good measure! – Nicholas & Renae Slatyer, Principals | Belle Property Cairns Cairns Captivating Easy-going vibes with a dash of urban chic, Cairns is the crowdpleaser that keeps on giving. 06
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