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Cairns - Far North Coast

619 km²

A very high proportion of First Nations people speak a traditional language in Cairns - Far North Coast. This sprawling area is largely non-residential and relies heavily on cars to get around. While many homes are near parks, most residents live far from shops, schools, and health services. It is a place where cultural heritage remains strong despite a lack of walkable urban amenities.

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First Nations people here are much more likely to speak a traditional language than those across the state and nation. However, household income for this group is $1,117, which is well below the Queensland figure of $1,517.

979 First Nations people

24 yrs Median age Here 24 yrs Qld 23 yrs Aus 24 yrs

37.6% Year 12 Here 37.6% Qld 43.6% Aus 37.0%

13.2% Unemployment Here 13.2% Qld 13.3% Aus 12.3%

$496 Median income Here $496 Qld $563 Aus $540

$1,117 Household income Here $1,117 Qld $1,517 Aus $1,507

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This area is mostly car-dependent, with a walkability score of 3.1, far below the Queensland average of 5.0. No homes are within a 10-minute walk of public transport, and only 16.9% are near a school.

3.1 Walk score

3.0 Types ≤15 min