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Alcohol free Cairns Esplanade
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If you are planning a picnic/bbq along the Cairns Esplanade please be aware that it is an alcohol free area.

The city council has banned alcohol because the area is family orientated.

Written Sep 13, 2011

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Bruce Highway
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Have you ever wondered how Bruce highway got its name? here it is..

Written Apr 4, 2008

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Sugar Cane Mansion
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Gordonvale Sugar Cane Estate

Sugar cane harvesting was a major industry in the area. Photo of the owners house at the Gordonvale Sugar Cane mill.

Written Aug 26, 2002

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Q:  Hi, I have loved reading lots of posts for lots of travelers. I just wonder what those of you would do if you were us, we will... 

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A: We holiday in that area every year. You'll love it. A couple of things to be aware of. Your days before the conference are in the Southern States school holidays so it... 

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