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TROPIC • TRENDS
MAJOR PROJECTS
While the Tropic crew treads cautiously
to avoid hyperbole when it comes to
announcements about major projects –
we all remember Aquis - we’re excited to
see some major tourism and residential
developments being proposed for the
region. From the Palms Collective at
the former Paradise Palms site to the
Port Douglas Accor Fairmont (both
of which are budgeted at a cool $300
million each), it’s a much-needed
confident boost as we all grapple
with the uncertain roadmap out of One of our favourite retail retreats
COVID-19. Pending relevant council
approvals, both projects are slated to
begin construction next year. We need
investors, council and government to
maintain the momentum created by
Crystalbrook Collection’s $600 million
spend in the city.
Keep an eye on tropicnow.com.au for
updates on these projects over
coming months.
LET US KNOW WHAT'S HOT
Got something you think we should
feature in our What's Hot section? It
could be a cool new shop, launch of
a product, on-trend eatery or a local
doing awesome things. Hit us up at
[email protected] with details
and we'll check it out.
HOT DOCOS
We’ve been indulging in some
(productive) screen time with
FREEMAN, reflecting on one of
Queensland’s proudest moments in
sporting history. My Octopus Teacher
features an unusual friendship between
a filmmaker and an octopus living in
a South African kelp forest, and Love
on the Spectrum is a feel-good dose of
warmth and insight.
COCO SHOP ‘TILL YOU DROP
Coco Shop is hosting a pop-up
outlet at Cairns Central until the
end of November. Head to the 1st
floor near T2 to find an eclectic
selection of summer fashion
including Saltwater Sandles,
Neoprene bags, sunglasses,
natural skincare, accessories and
homewares. Now’s also a great
time to get in some early
Christmas shopping.
WHAT’S NOT
LOCAL STRIKES A CHORD
In the new normal of this ongoing virus crisis, taking the time to
consider where your money goes, whether you’re an individual
shopper, a business or organisation, is more important than ever.
Our editor Gavin King’s “local buy” column last edition sparked a
range of responses from locally-owned businesses who continue to be
overlooked – or not invited to participate - for tenders and contracts
despite their capability to deliver. We have no choice but to do things
differently when it comes to purchases and support for local, small
businesses – our economy will mostly be insular and regional for
an indefinite period of time. The decisions by a handful of people
in positions of purchasing power (executives and boards) have a big
impact. We urge them to pause, consider the options and give locals
a shot when possible. Our professional services sector can deliver
the same results as those from capital cities and large corporations.
Everyone has a role to play and every decision can have a positive – or
negative – impact on our economy.
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