Direct answer
Cairns Magistrates Court is listed on the ground floor at five D Sheridan Street, Cairns, Queensland. Check your current court documents for the correct court, date and attendance time. Several courts use this courthouse. Confirm which court your matter is in and where you need to attend. For a separate registry visit, ask about current counter hours using the official contact details.
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Question: Where is Cairns Magistrates Court?
Before you go
- The court address: Ground floor, 5D Sheridan Street · Cairns, Queensland
- Check the correct court: Confirm the court and courtroom · Ask about counter hours before visiting
- Prepare for your court day: Bring your court documents · Plan your travel and time
- Use current information: Archival footage may show old signs · Clarify directions before travelling
Common questions
Where is the court?
Cairns Magistrates Court is listed on the ground floor at five D Sheridan Street, Cairns, Queensland. Check your current court documents for the correct court, date and attendance time.
Can I rely on old footage for current access arrangements?
Use your current court directions and the official sources below to confirm the venue and access arrangements. Archival pictures do not establish that every entrance, sign or surrounding street remains unchanged.
Full video transcript
Cairns Magistrates Court is listed on the ground floor at five D Sheridan Street, Cairns, Queensland. Check your current court documents for the correct court, date and attendance time.
Several courts use this courthouse. Confirm which court your matter is in and where you need to attend. For a separate registry visit, ask about current counter hours using the official contact details.
Bring the documents relevant to your matter and plan your journey in advance. Allow time to find the courthouse and arrange your day so you can stay as long as required.
The footage is archival, so signs and access arrangements may have changed. Follow your current attendance directions and contact the registry before travelling if you need clarification.
For help with your circumstances, use the Go To Court website to request a lawyer consultation. Availability depends on your matter and location. This is general information, not personal legal advice.
Official sources and what they support
Checked 2026-09-11.
- Queensland Courts — courthouse locations — Cairns Magistrates Court entry: Ground floor, 5D Sheridan Street, Cairns; registry contact details. Higher-court hours are not treated as Magistrates Court hours..
- Queensland Courts — Attending court — How to know when to attend and how to prepare: Check court documents for the date, time and address; plan the trip and bring relevant papers.
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Important
General information only, not personal legal advice. Court arrangements can change. Check current official information and obtain advice about your own circumstances.