Living in North Queensland
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Make the move
Take advantage of a laidback tropical lifestyle with the convenience of city services close at hand. Enjoy the exceptional diversity of nature, ranging from reef to rainforest and outback. Unwind and take in the beauty of World Heritage sites the Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics Rainforest. The major hubs of Cairns and Townsville offer a variety of dining and entertainment options, as well as access to health services and a range of schools. Located at the heart of a tropical health and knowledge precinct, JCU Townsville, Bebegu Yumba campus, Douglas is an innovative place to work. Nestled in a tranquil rainforest setting, JCU Cairns, Nguma-bada campus, Smithfield features modern teaching facilities and the spectacular JCU Ideas Lab.
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