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| ( 3 ) | Add LOGO - (Only JPEG, GIF or PNG files, no PDF. For best results image at least 400px wide) | Position Vacant | Name | Business | Suburb | Date | ||
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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 |
| ( 3 ) | Date | Start time | End time | Event name | Event description | Location | Cost | Website link | Event contact phone | Event contact email | Category (Maximum of 4 categories) | Terms and conditions | Name | Phone | ||
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Saturday 17 October 2026
2026-10-17T00:00:00+10:00
| 9am | 1.30 | Sew Sustainably |
Sew Sustainably – ReLoved Weekend * Sewing Tutorials – Learn practical skills for mending, altering and upcycling. * Come & Try Sessions – Have a go at sewing and simple textile projects. * Upcycled Fashion Displays – Be inspired by creative designs giving old materials a new life. * Free Clothes Swap – Bring quality pre-loved clothing and swap it for something new-to-you. * Screening: Fashion Reimagined – Join us for a special screening of the documentary Fashion Reimagined. Saturday 17 October | 9am–1.30pm Port Douglas Community Hall Free event – all welcome! | Port Douglas community hall | Free | Maureen | [email protected] | Community Event, Free Event | maureen bourke | [email protected] | 0438801045 | |||
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Saturday 31 October 2026
2026-10-31T00:00:00+10:00
| 1:00pm | 4:00pm | Halloween Kids Disco | Club Mossman with Rockin' Rick DJ are hosting a spooky Kids Halloween Disco on Saturday 31st October from 1pm-4pm. Kids aged between 5-11 years are invited to dress up in their best scary costume. There will be food, prizes for best dressed and games. Tickets are free and available from the bar at the Club. | Club Mossman | Free | clubmossman.com.au | 0740981434 | [email protected] | Free Event | Melissa Di Pietro | [email protected] | 0740981434 | ||
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Saturday 28 November 2026
2026-11-28T00:00:00+10:00
| 3pm | 6pm | Echoes of the Daintree |
Free concert of live cello duo (Dr Danielle Bentley and Alison Smith O’Connell) and local harpist Loni Fitzpatrick. Alison and Danielle will play a joyful program of classical and contemporary pieces. The program will celebrate the beauty of the Daintree through weaving stories with timeless lyrical melody. There will be a few market stalls, entertainers and food, all set at the Alexandra Bay Sporting Club in Diwan, 69 Tea Tree Road, Diwan. Entry is free, and FNQ locals can travel free on the Daintree Ferry with a Douglas Card. | 69 Tea Tree Road, Diwan | Free | https://daintreewildernesslodge.com.au/echoes-of-the-daintree/ | 0418793009 | [email protected] | Arts & Culture, Community Event, Free Event, Live Entertainment | Gaye Louise Scott | [email protected] | 0418793009 |
