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Community Directory - Yarrabah

About Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Community Directory

The Yarrabah Community Directory serves the Aboriginal community of Yarrabah, located on the Cape Grafton peninsula near Cairns. With a population of more than 3,000, Yarrabah has a rich history as a mission settlement and now thrives with strong cultural traditions, music and art. The directory compiles contact information for health clinics, schools, cultural and language centres, community programs, sporting clubs, employment services and council facilities, providing a valuable resource for residents and visitors seeking to connect with services in Yarrabah.

Info Hubs in the Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire

They provide a central online platform where individuals can easily find local services, community programs, and events tailored to their needs.

Find Local & Visiting Services in Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire

Health, emergency and welfare services in the Yarrabah area include small health clinics, visiting doctors and specialists, crisis and counselling hotlines, accommodation support and welfare assistance programmes. The directory also lists community clubs and interest groups, arts and creative projects, sports and recreation clubs, youth programmes, cultural and migrant services, environmental groups and religious or philosophical organisations, alongside education, training and employment services. Because this shire is remote, many specialist services such as allied health care, legal assistance and disability or youth support are delivered by visiting providers or regional outreach, while local community organisations and volunteers offer daily support and cultural activities.

Yarrabah Area

Yarrabah is a coastal Aboriginal community located just south of Cairns, nestled between rainforest‑clad mountains and a long sandy beach facing Green Island. The community is known for gospel choirs and strong cultural traditions. Residents enjoy walking along the uncrowded beachfront at sunrise when reef islands glow offshore and browsing the Yarrabah Arts and Cultural Centre, which showcases vibrant ceramics, prints and textiles that support local artists.

Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council has an approximate area of 160 km².

It is within the state electorate of Mulgrave.

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