Diocese of Cairns

The Diocese of Cairns is a Catholic diocese serving Far North Queensland across 377,000 square kilometres. It encompasses 23 parishes and parish clusters organized within three deaneries, along with 27 schools and colleges. Led by Bishop Joe Caddy, the diocese provides pastoral leadership and spiritual guidance to its communities. The diocese is currently undertaking a major Synod process involving facilitator training and small group discussions. Key initiatives include vocations programs, youth ministries, and educational institutions. The diocese emphasizes spreading the joy of the gospel, celebrating faith, and supporting the community through donations, bequests, and volunteer engagement.

Address

183 Abbott St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia

Denomination

Catholic

Phone

+61 7 4046 5100

Last updated August 2026

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