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Mount Peter PDA Update

Join us on 15 September for an update from Economic Development Queensland on growth, planning, and infrastructure in Cairns.

With Mount Peter identified as a critical future growth area for the region, the planning and infrastructure decisions being made today will play an important role in supporting Cairns’ long-term growth.

Julian Simmonds, Chief Executive Officer at Economic Development Queensland (EDQ), will provide an update on EDQ’s work in the region and the priorities shaping future growth and development.

Ruth Stokes, Chief Infrastructure and Planning Officer at EDQ, and Ken Gouldthorp, CEO at Cairns Regional Council, will then join for a panel discussion exploring the infrastructure planning and delivery required to support Cairns’ growing communities, collaboration on the PDA, and the regional economic opportunities ahead.

This is an opportunity to hear directly from EDQ and stay informed on the work shaping the region’s next phase of growth.

Secure your seat today.

Event summary

Date

Tuesday, 15 September 2026

Time

7:00 AM for a 7:30 AM start – 9:00 AM

Location

Crystalbrook Flynn, 68/72
Abbott Street,
Cairns

Price

Member: $80
Member – Table of 8: $640
Non-Member: $105
Non-Member – Table of 8: $840

RSVP

5:00 PM, Tuesday 8 September 2026

Hot plated breakfast, brewed coffee, tea & juice

Speakers

Julian Simmonds

Chief Executive Officer

Economic Development Queensland

Ruth Stokes

Chief Infrastructure and Planning Officer Infrastructure Planning and Delivery

Economic Development Queensland

Ken Gouldthorp

Chief Executive Officer

Cairns Regional Council

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