Guide to Living and Working in Cairns

This quick reference guide provides practical advice for you whilst you are researching your move to Cairns, Far North Queensland. It contains information on: visa requirements; career opportunities; real estate; education; child care; map of the region; banking; local attractions and professional networking.

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  • Cairns Career Opportunities
    It is important to be aware of your job prospects in Cairns prior to departure. The industry sectors in which CBC Staff Selection specialise in is:
    • Executive & General Management
    • Finance & Accounting
    • Information Technology
    • Legal
    • Sales & Marketing
    • Human Resources
    • Engineering & Technical
    • Secretarial
    • Office Administration
    • Government
    • Call Centre / Customer Service

    While you are looking for longer term accommodation, you may want to stay in accommodation for travellers. Cairns has numerous hostels. For further information visit www.independentbackpackers.com

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  • Setting Up a Bank Account
    Bank accounts are relatively easy to open in Australia. You will require proof of identification such as a passport or driving licence, proof of an address in Australia and, as a precaution, a reference from your bank in your home country, if relevant.

    Most banks and ATMs (cash machines) will allow you to withdraw from international bank accounts, provided your bankcard has an international symbol on it, such as Cirrus. Once you have your Australian Tax File Number it is important to provide this to your bank so that any interest paid to you is not taxed before you receive it.

    Cairns is home to many leading financial institutions including: ANZ, Commonwealth Bank, St George, Bendigo Bank and Bank of Queensland.

  • Attractions in Cairns
    The Cairns & Great Barrier Reef region is Australia’s premier tropical escape combining some of the world’s most breathtaking scenery with a diverse range of activities that attracts more than 2 million domestic and international visitors each year.

    For more information please visit:

    For information on local culture such as exhibitions, performances, local arts and crafts, street theatre and entertainment, visit http://cairns.qld.gov.au

    For local news, sport and weather, visit the Cairns Post website at: www.cairns.com.au

  • Still have Questions?
    Please don’t hesitate to contact us here at CBC Staff Selection. Many of our consultants have relocated from other states or from overseas and have first hand experience and knowledge of moving to paradise!
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