Cairns
The Cairns region has experienced sustained population growth over the past 10 years, with an average annual growth rate of 1.6%, driving development in the region.
The development industry directly employs close to 7,000 jobs in the region with over 8,000 jobs indirectly supported, and is the region’s sixth largest employer.
The branch is committed to advocating on behalf of members, so that our issues are front and centre in the minds of policy makers, as they plan for the future of our growing region.
Our branch works with local authorities, Far North Queensland Regional Organisation of Councils (FNQROC) and service providers to progress and resolve the issues facing our members.
We work hard to build relationships with key industry stakeholders to the point that we are regularly invited by various organisations and agencies to attend industry specific briefings, workshops and forums.
Through our regular events we provide members with access to expert information as well as an opportunity to network with local industry professionals.
Branch Committee
News

NATIONAL: Labor Party voted in as Australia’s new government
On 21 May 2022 the Australian Labor Party was voted in as Australia’s new government. UDIA has congratulated the Albanese Government on its victory and in our media release we voiced our support for their mandate to boost housing supply,…
A message from our CEO
Our CEO, Kirsty Chessher-Brown, delivers a message to members.
A message from our CEO
Our CEO, Kirsty Chessher-Brown, delivers a message to members.
A message from our CEO
Our CEO, Kirsty Chessher-Brown, delivers a message to members.
A message from our CEO
Our CEO, Kirsty Chessher-Brown, delivers a message to members.
5 Minutes with Megan Kraft
UDIA Fraser Coast Branch President Megan Kraft share with us the importance of being involved in the local community on both a personal and professional level.Local Events
Meet the Council
Join us on May 13 for an exclusive update from Cairns Regional Council.
Event detailsCairns Walking Tour
Join us on May 13 for an exclusive update from Cairns Regional Council.
Event detailsCairns Construction Crunch
Join us over lunch, on October 20 as we dissect the current factors impacting project bottom lines.
Event detailsSpeakers

Rob Sobyra