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Woree QLD

Woree

Postcode: 4868

Woree is a southern suburb of the city of Cairns, Queensland, Australia.

Woree is a large suburb, that is divided in its land uses. One part of the suburb that is low lying and close to the coast is focused on industrial uses, while the area further inland is predominantly commercial and residential in nature.

It is a rapidly growing area, with a population of 5053, a number of educational facilities and the Woree Community Centre.

Woree has a pre-school, primary school, and a high school, as well as private schools. It has a kindergarten and day care centre and a number of local parks. Calana Park is a district level sports facility in the area and Pezutti Park is a community facility with a hall and clubhouse.

Residents access many services and facilities in nearby areas like Earlville. Sunbus provides a public transport service to the area.

Active formal community leadership in the area is provided by the local councillor, Paul Freebody and state and federal government members.