# Cairns Post — Latest Cairns & QLD News

> Queensland news, journalism, podcasts, and digital newspaper replica. (iPhone/iPad app by News Digital Media.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cairns-post/id1104149457 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [News Digital Media](https://appshunter.io/developer/369849699)
- Category: News, Magazines & Newspapers
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 2.39/5 from 18 App Store ratings · 20 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 153 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-05-10
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cairns-post/id1104149457/reviews.md

## What is Cairns Post?

The Cairns Post app delivers the latest news and biggest stories as they happen, from our team of award-winning journalists in Queensland, Australia and the globe. 
Get a read on today with our breadth of content, award-winning journalism and trusted local perspectives. We are proud to tell the incredible stories every hour of every day with the Cairns Post app. 

Subscribers of the Cairns Post (other than Today's Paper digital replica subscribers) will have access to:

PERSONALISE YOUR NEWS FEED
Set your local news area, follow journalists and topics, plus your favourite sporting codes and teams. All of your customised preferences will appear on the home screen so you can get straight to what matters to you.

CUSTOMISED NOTIFICATIONS
Receive alerts on the stories that matter most as they happen. Tailor your notifications from a range of topics from breaking news, sport and entertainment to business updates and lifestyle.

READ TODAY’S PAPER ON YOUR DEVICE
Read the paper on the go with the digital replica of today’s newspaper. Access to the paper anytime, anywhere with the digital replica of the paper, as it’s printed. 

DISCOVER OUR RANGE OF PODCASTS
Explore and listen to a wide range of podcasts from our team of dedicated journalists across the News+ network.

The Cairns Post app for mobile and tablet is free to download, however to gain full access to the app's content and features simply subscribe for Member-only access.
Member-only access gives you full digital access to thousands of subscriber only stories, the digital replica of the paper, puzzles and more of what you love.

How to gain full access to the app's content and features:
1) Existing members of the Cairns Post (other than subscribers to Today's Paper digital replica) can log in to the app when prompted using their membership details; or,
2) Become a member by subscribing through the app (via iTunes)
• Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal
• Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period
• Auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase.
• Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase.

For full Terms and Conditions please visit https://www.cairnspost.com.au/more-information/terms-and-conditions and our Privacy Policy, please visit preferences.news.com.au

Please note: This app features Nielsen’s proprietary measurement software which will allow you to contribute to market research. Please see www.nielsen.com/digitalprivacy for more information.

## Key features

- Breaking news alerts
- Personalized news feed
- Customizable notifications
- Digital newspaper replica
- Podcast discovery
- Award-winning journalism

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cairns Post Weekly Subscription | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Cairns Post | $20.49 | per month |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 20)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cairns-post/id1104149457/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Ads appearing on the app

*2025-09-02*

Why are there ads for Binge and Sky News appearing on the app. Hate it hate it hate it. Please get rid of the ads or I’ll get rid of my subscription and go somewhere else.

### 1/5 — Dogsh*t

*2025-06-27*

Dogsh*t app for dogsh*t website, can’t even read my local news after paying!

### 1/5 — Boo

*2024-10-06, version 9.6.5*

I’ve tried to cancel my subscription and it won’t let me unless I call - I only paid for an online subscription I’m not sure why I have to call to cancel something I know I want to cancel now, also it’s a long weekend. So I can’t cancel it until tomorrow.

### 1/5 — Should be referred to the Fair Trading Authorities

*2024-01-18, version 9.2.3*

If for some reason you have stop reading the downloaded paper and do something else for a few hours the download newspaper disappears and you have to download it all over again. 
The updates to the app are very disappointing and don’t work. 
Does anybody even read these reviews and respond to paying customers?????
This should be reference to the Fair Trading Authority as we are not getting what we paid for. 
Poor form to your local readership.

### 1/5 — Update Function Fault

*2023-12-07*

Since recent App update I now can’t open “Today’s Paper” on either an iPhone or iPad using my home internet as error message stating error in internet connection. However the internet is working fine on all other Apps. I have noticed the same issue happened 4 years ago in a previous review. I had not issue prior to App update reading the paper on iPhone or iPad using home internet. Can read the paper using home desktop computer using home internet.

### 1/5 — Poor quality

*2023-04-18*

Since the recent update I have experienced frequent freezes requiring logout and logging back in sometimes this happens back to back numerous times. Very frustrating. If not rectified soon will cancel subscription.

### 1/5 — Unusable

*2022-09-06*

Am I the only one who can’t get the app to open since the last upgrade? Getting my news elsewhere is going to have to do as no one seems to care that this is no longer functional

### 1/5 — Sstid unwanted update killed it

*2021-12-30*

Since September update app won't load. Roll back to working version please

### 1/5 — Not up to scratch

*2021-10-25*

Since the update approximately 1 month ago you cannot view the pages in full due to the upper and lower task bars. When closing the iPad the last read page is lost and fast forwarded by at least ten pages and on closing the app you have to start from the beginning again. The previous version was exceptional, this one will have me cancel my subscription if not rectified quick smart.

### 1/5 — Terrible non functioning app

*2021-06-11*

I’ve had this app for two weeks after purchasing an annual subscription. Every day I’ve had to contact support to get the app to work, which it does for a day then breaks again.

## Frequently asked questions about Cairns Post

### What kind of news does Cairns Post cover?

Cairns Post delivers the latest news and biggest stories from Queensland, Australia, and around the globe. It includes award-winning journalism and trusted local perspectives on a wide range of topics.

### Can I customize my news feed with Cairns Post?

Yes, you can personalize your news feed by setting your local news area, following journalists and topics, and selecting your favorite sporting codes and teams. Your customized preferences will appear on the home screen.

### Does Cairns Post offer news alerts?

Yes, Cairns Post provides customized notifications for stories that matter most as they happen. You can tailor alerts from various topics including breaking news, sport, entertainment, business, and lifestyle.

### How can I read the newspaper with Cairns Post?

Cairns Post offers a digital replica of today's newspaper, allowing you to read the paper on the go, anytime and anywhere. This feature is available to subscribers.

### What are the subscription options for Cairns Post?

Cairns Post offers a weekly subscription for $1.99 with a 7-day free trial, and a monthly subscription for $20.49 with a 1-month free trial. Subscriptions automatically renew unless turned off at least 24 hours before the current period ends.

### Is Cairns Post free to download?

The Cairns Post app is free to download. However, to gain full access to the app's content and features, a subscription for Member-only access is required.

### Does Cairns Post have ads?

The provided data does not specify if Cairns Post contains advertisements. However, it is described as free to download with optional subscriptions for full content access.

### What devices is Cairns Post available on?

Cairns Post is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed for mobile and tablet use.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 9.15.7 — 2026-08-29

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 9.15.5 — 2026-08-24

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 9.15.3 — 2026-07-21

Improvements to Puzzles and polish to the refreshed app design. - Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 9.15.2 — 2026-06-30

"We're giving the app its biggest visual refresh yet!

A cleaner, more modern reading experience across the home and section pages, refreshed navigation and icons, and smooth animations throughout. New touches like a "Good Morning" greeting, weather and your daily horoscope make it easier to start your day with us.

We're also launching an all-new Puzzles experience with a fresh design and a bigger mix of games. Play Crossword, Cryptic Crossword, Sudoku, Shark Quiz, Wordrow and more, build a daily streak, and jump straight back in from the bottom menu."

### 9.15.0 — 2026-06-29

"We're giving the app its biggest visual refresh yet!

A cleaner, more modern reading experience across the home and section pages, refreshed navigation and icons, and smooth animations throughout. New touches like a "Good Morning" greeting, weather and your daily horoscope make it easier to start your day with us.

We're also launching an all-new Puzzles experience with a fresh design and a bigger mix of games. Play Crossword, Cryptic Crossword, Sudoku, Shark Quiz, Wordrow and more, build a daily streak, and jump straight back in from the bottom menu."

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