About Us

Cairns Natural Spring Water is a proudly local Far North Queensland manufacturer, established in Woree in 1994 and 100% Australian owned and operated. We bottle pure spring water sourced from the Mulgrave aquifer right here in the Cairns region, combining dependable local service with a strong commitment to quality, sustainability, and community.
Our water is bottled on-site in sterile, hygienic conditions and supported by regular quality testing, independent laboratory analysis, and compliance-focused manufacturing processes. As a regional business, we believe manufacturing should do more than produce a great product. It should create local jobs, support local events, strengthen regional supply chains, and deliver practical benefits back into the community. That is why we continue to invest in cleaner, smarter production methods, including on-site bottle manufacturing, reusable bottle systems, and lower-emission delivery solutions. In a region affected by cyclones and extreme weather, we also recognize the importance of helping communities maintain access to safe drinking water when disruptions occur.

Looking ahead, Cairns Natural Spring Water is focused on the next stage of advanced manufacturing growth. Through planned investment in innovative robotics, automation, and integrated digital production technologies, we aim to significantly increase efficiency, lift capacity, reduce waste, and further improve environmental performance. This forward-looking approach positions our business strongly for alignment with the objectives of the Transforming Queensland Manufacturing Grants Program and the Queensland Procurement Policy 2026, including local benefit, regional resilience, supplier diversity, sustainability, and long-term value for Queensland.

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SUSTAINABILITY OBJECTIVES

  • 100% Australian-owned and locally operated in Cairns, supporting regional economic development and employment.
  • Demonstrated commitment to community through support of local events, sport, and regional initiatives.
  • Commitment to increasing opportunities for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples through employment pathways, supplier engagement, and partnerships.
  • Strong support for local and regional small businesses through local sourcing, manufacturing, and distribution.
  • Regular water quality testing through independent laboratory analysis and strict hygiene and safety processes.
  • Manufacturing systems aligned with best practice food safety and environmental management principles, consistent with the following compliances toward which we are currently working for accreditation: HACCP, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 frameworks.
  • Environmental sustainability initiatives including reusable bottle systems, reduced freight through on-site manufacturing, and transition toward low-emission transport.
  • Participation in recycling initiatives such as Containers for Change to reduce waste and support community fundraising.
  • Important role in regional resilience by supporting access to safe drinking water during natural disasters and supply disruptions.
  • Future planned investment in advanced manufacturing, including robotics, automation, and digital systems, to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve sustainability outcomes.