Trusted, vetted, local childcare for your Cairns holiday.
All nannies are police-checked, ID-verified, and personally interviewed by our team.
Cairns local for 5 years now. Former childcare worker with a Diploma in Early Childhood Education. I know every family beach from Palm Cove to Trinity Beach and I have done dozens of reef trips with families.
Meet Brooke
I've been working with children since I was 18 years old - previously I worked in a day care centre in Sydney. Love spending time with little ones and even changing nappies!
Meet Megan
I have 2 years childcare experience and absolutely love it. I love taking kids to the aquarium, wildlife dome and mud crabbing in the mangroves. Fluent in English and learning Mandarin.
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Your nanny knows all the best spots 🗺️
Your nanny joins the boat trip and keeps the kids safe while you snorkel or dive
Guided boardwalk adventures — your nanny spots the crocodiles and cassowaries with the kids
Calm, stinger-net protected beach perfect for families — your nanny knows the shaded spots
Scenic railway and Skyrail — your nanny manages the kids on the full-day adventure
Free saltwater pool right in the city — your nanny supervises while you grab a coffee nearby
Suggested daily rates in local currency
| Duration | Rate (AUD) | USD Equiv. |
|---|---|---|
| Half day | 125 | $82 |
| Full day | 250 | $163 |
| 7 days | 1400/day | $910/day |
| 15+ days | 1365/day | $887/day |
Note: Rates are indicative. Your nanny sets their own rate. Holiday Nannies booking fee is separate.
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Around AUD 250 per day. Platform booking fee is separate.
Yes — all Queensland nannies hold a valid Blue Card (Working with Children Check).
Yes — many families book their nanny to join reef tours and manage the kids on the boat.
Very family-friendly. The Esplanade Lagoon, Palm Cove and Northern Beaches are all great for kids.
Most of our Cairns nannies have their own car and can do hotel pickups across Cairns and the Northern Beaches.
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