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16/10/2026

Seniors Month

Celebrate Seniors morning tea across Mareeba Shire

16/10/2026

Eastern Yalanji Rugby

Rugby's finest come together for rep clash with Italians

16/10/2026

Safety concerns

Rex Smeal Park's favourite big fig to be removed







POSITIONS VACANT

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CASUAL POOL TECHNICIAN

IMMEDIATE START
20-25 Hours Per Week

Able to complete physical work, enjoy working outdoors and being part of a team of dedicated technicians
QLD Driver's License required
Legally permitted to work in Australia

All applications will be considered
Please forward Resume to [email protected]
Glen Wylde Pool Mekanics Craiglie [email protected] 12.10.2026 13:55
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** PRIVATE LUXURY TRANSFER DRIVERS**

Suits Those Seeking Flexible Casual Hours | Semi-Retired Persons

We are a locally owned luxury private transfer company with a fleet of premium BMW & Mercedes vehicles, servicing Cairns, Palm Cove, Port Douglas & surrounding areas.
We're looking for friendly, professional and reliable drivers to join our team on a casual basis.

• The Role
Provide luxury airport transfers and tours, delivering exceptional customer service while sharing your local knowledge of beautiful Far North Queensland.
We're looking for someone who:
- Enjoys meeting people
- Is professional, reliable & well presented
- Has excellent customer service skills
- Is flexible with early mornings, evenings & weekends
- Can work independently to a high standard
- Familiar with the local area & all it has to offer

Essential:
> Queensland Open Driver Licence
> Queensland Driver Authorisation (or willingness to obtain)
> Unrestricted Australian working rights

Experience in transport, tourism, hospitality or customer service is highly regarded, but personality and attitude matter most. Full training provided.
- Flexible casual hours
- Premium luxury vehicles
- Above-award casual rates
If you enjoy driving, meeting people and providing exceptional service, we'd love to hear from you!
Mandy Duff Jewel Transfers Port Douglas [email protected] 09.10.2026 21:18
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CASUAL ON-CALL TRANSFER STAFF

Community Funerals is seeking compassionate and reliable individuals to join our team as Casual On-Call Transfer Staff.

This role involves assisting with the respectful transfer of deceased persons into our care during after-hours periods.

Availability is required:
Weeknights: 4.00pm – 8.00am
Weekends: 24-hour on-call availability

Staff are generally rostered one week in every three, making this role suitable for someone who may already have regular weekday employment.

Full training will be provided.

The position includes a daily on-call allowance, as well as a minimum $300 call-out payment when required to attend a transfer.

We are looking for applicants who:
- Hold a current full driver’s licence
- Are well presented and professional
- Are physically capable of undertaking transfer duties
- Can work effectively as part of a team
- Understand the importance of confidentiality, dignity, and discretion
- Are willing to work outside normal business hours
- Have a calm, compassionate, and caring manner when supporting families and working in sensitive circumstances

Previous experience in funeral care, health care, emergency services, or a similar field may be advantageous; however, it is not essential, as comprehensive training will be provided.

Please email [email protected] with a brief outline of your work background, any relevant experience, and any questions you may have.

Initial enquiries by email only, please.
Lorraine Community Funerals Port Douglas [email protected] 07.10.2026 12:06
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BUSINESS & TOURISM NEWS

16/10/2026

TICKET GIVEAWAY

Port Shorts counting down to big screen magic at Rex Smeal Park

15/10/2026

BOUTIQUE WELLNESS

Movement for everyone arrives at Maywell Studio on Owen Street

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Saturday 14 November 2026
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14
2026-11-14T00:00:00+10:00
10.30 am 2 pm Daintree Coast community shed community BBQ Our monthly fundraising BBQ down at beautiful Cow Bay Beach for our community shed. Awesome burgers, sausage sizzle and homemade cakes at the best beach in the world! Cow Bay Beach park. $15 burgers, $5 sausages, $3 homemade cakes Community Event Come along, have a great day at Cow Bay Beach and grab a feed and help support our little community shed support local groups and projects! Get amongst it! Tilly Holland [email protected] 0480543431
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Saturday 31 October 2026
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31
2026-10-31T00:00:00+10:00
9 PM 4 AM IRONBAR'S END OF SEASON HALLOWEEN PARTY
IRONBAR is hosting an end-of-season Halloween Party, to celebrate what has been an incredible year with everyone! License extended until 4 AM.

IRONBAR HALLOWEEN
5 Macrossan Street, Port Douglas 4877 Early bird tickets from $9.25 https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/ironbar-halloween-tickets-2003131347784 0740994776 [email protected] Major Event 18+ only. Valid physical ID required. Licensed until 4 AM. Venue lockout at 12 AM. Holding a ticket does NOT ensure entry after 12 AM. No refunds. Maelle Charrier [email protected] 0438408620
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Monday 2 November 2026
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02
2026-11-02T00:00:00+10:00
5pm 11pm Ports' Melbourne Cup Calcutta Live Auction & Horse Calcutta, Mega Raffle, Cold Drinks and Loads of Fun whilst supporting the Port Douglas Surf Life Saving Club (PDSLSC).

Tickets cost just $10 each and each one gives you a chance to Win one of 24 Melbourne Cup Runners and a chance to Win the Mega Raffle...

Last year $43,550 was paid out and benefited the community directly including over $7,000 supporting the PDSLSC
the Surfy FREE https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61580520962260 0437981195 [email protected] Community Event, Food & Wine Event, Free Event, Live Entertainment, Major Event, Sport Event Cal Jones [email protected] 0437981195

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