Denis Walls, a Cairns resident of 33 years and former education manager and university teacher, is married to Stella and has two adult sons. He has extensive political, social, and environmental experience, serving in various community roles including President of Edge Hill Scouts, soccer coach, President of Cairns Community Radio, and more.

Denis is passionate about sports, birdwatching, and singing. If elected as Mayor, Denis aims to deliver open, accessible, and accountable local government with sustainable planning for Cairns' future welfare.

He pledges to serve full-time and prioritize keeping rates down while maintaining basic services. Denis criticizes past councillors for secrecy and conflicts of interest, vowing to prioritize the needs of everyday Cairns residents.

Proudly leading a fresh team of candidates, Denis Walls prioritizes putting the Cairns community first.