Education Events in Cairns

Presented by Mayor Phillemon Mosby, Torres Strait Island Regional Council. Join us to hear from Torres Strait Island Regional Council Mayor, Phillemon Mosby, as he presents JCU's 2026 Eddie Koiki Mabo Lecture. Eddie Koiki Mabo had a strong and long-lasting connection with James Cook University. It was here that he began his journey to challenge land ownership laws on Mer (Murray Island) in the Torres Strait. The University provided the environment and context in which discussions challenging terra nullius could be had, including staff and student involvement in the coordination of the original 'Land Rights and the Future of Race Relations' conference that sparked the legal action filed in the High Court of Australia the following year. The recognition of native title by the High Court of Australia in 1992, and the Keating Government's subsequent Native Title Act 1993, were important steps forward in our country's reconciliation with Australia's Indigenous peoples.

A transformational three-night Speakers Retreat in beautiful Palm Cove with communication expert Cath Molloy. Elevate your voice, refine your message, and strengthen your presence as a speaker. Learn storytelling techniques and practical tools for influence, impact, and authentic audience connection. Set at the stunning Alamanda Palm Cove, you’ll be nourished each day by your own private chef.

Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia invites you to a tour to understand the court protocols, processes and experience an open court session. Limited numbers available. If you support separating families this will provide you with knowledge and information to assist people to navigate this difficult time.

Struggling to navigate the system for your child or young person's complex mental health? Join us for a free workshop in Cairns exploring common challenges and effective ways to support a young person in distress. Share ideas for starting supportive conversations with young people and professionals. Reflect on different perspectives within your family’s experience. Recognise your family’s existing strengths.

Come sit, create and share stories in a circle of connection. Weave and Yarn Cairns Carer Gateway Hub. Facilitated by our Hub Navigator Rachel (Raye) and rooted in her Indigenous heritage of gathering, creating and connecting through weaving, this space offers a chance to slow down, ease the mind and simply be alongside others. No experience needed, just bring yourself.

Colour Reset equips stylists with step-by-step strategies to tackle corrections with confidence, control, and results that transform challenges into success.

This is a hands-on, practical education session for Therapists focused on confident assessment and prescription of bathroom assistive technology.

Domestic and Family Violence Symposium bringing together subject matter experts exploring how coercive control, DV Court and Family Court intersect.