Hi Jeromek,I am looking at moving to Cairns with my teenage son, any recommendations on suburbs and state high schooling? Lets have a birds eye view of it. I would move back to tablelands though best of all worlds I think. Of course, you should not turn a cold shoulder on more traditional methods. You must choose the one that suits your work situation, as you must pay taxesas a worker in Australia. We love the outdoors, exploring and forced exercise through walking, riding and walks. Suzie do your homework the schools are not safe i can save you a fortune by saying dont move to Cairns the crime is out of control I ended up moving away best thing ever, I feel blessed to have lived in cairns stunning place. Cape Tribulation is a 3 hour drive, the Tablelands are beautiful blah blah blahI could go on. Cairns has a population of over 155,000. And, of course,it allows you to work up to 20 hours a weekduring school periods. Tell us about the crooks, crime and the bogans too! When Read More. Entering this industry is very attractive because money flows in abundance, especially when visitors arrive in droves. It is also very economical in terms of living. BUT yes, you need a job or an income. Cook hidhway sux. Petrol is $1.55/litre, council rates are $2500_3000/annum, electricity is one of the highest with one monopoly ergon, people are dumb, most people are racist too, councils tell you to pay to dump your own waste, water bill is another wrought, the cost of services is unheard of and most people just drink themselves stupid to numb their boredom. That's exactly right. Cairns is a popular place to visit, but it's also home to about 152,000 people who enjoy coastal living at its best. This week is bursting with live music, fromVieux Farka Toure, toStella Donnelly, Rob Howe, and Cinnamon Sun, there's plenty to listen out for. The average temperature ranges between 18 degrees Celsius ( C) in winter, and 31 C in summer. Clothing stores cairns are dealing in the latest summer clothes, Hawaiian shirts for beach parties and discrete swimming outfits. Everything you need or ask for will be asking for them to go out of their way. Then go downtown for something to eat and visit the aquarium. An then threatened to harm her and her disabled daughter if she didn't pay him for this job.I've had a break in to my backyard. If you're moving to Cairns and need to find schools for your children or are looking to further your education with a new qualification then read our guide to Cairns Education to find out where you can study. However, here a salary of 350 AUD a week, which can be attained even in an unskilled position, will be enough to cover basic expenses and even leisure. Weekends takes maybe 12 minutes depending on traffic. You also have the option ofgoing to Kuranda city by cable car or train. This permit is very special because it is designed for you to vacation and work full time (40 hours a week).You will be able to earn more money to live your adventure to the fullest