CQUniversity is further strengthening its partnerships in Cairns and the tropical northern region, through its membership and support of Advance Cairns.

Advance Cairns is the peak coordination agency for economic development in tropical North Queensland, with a vision to develop a vibrant and sustainable regional economy that promotes and facilitates diverse employment, growth, social and lifestyle opportunities.

The University sees this partnership as an active way of supporting the economic development of the region.

With around 400 students studying in the Cairns and surrounding regions, CQUniversity is looking forward to opening the Distance Education Study Centre, to be located at 36 Florence Street in the near future.

Construction is underway on developing collaborative learning spaces within the facility with videoconferencing equipment and innovative technology which will allow students to feel better connected with lecturers and fellow students.

CQUniversity is also a proud sponsor of the Skytrans Cairns Taipans, providing $50,000 to re-establish the CQUniversity Taipans Academy youth basketball program.