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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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GUEST SERVICES AGENT (CASUAL) Silkari Lagoons is located in tropical Port Douglas and offers a variety of hotel rooms and apartments. We are looking for an experienced and customer-focused local casual Guest Services Agent to assist with the day-to-day operations of our friendly Front Office team. Job Tasks and Responsibilities: Check-in and check-out guests, Answer incoming calls and attend to guest queries, Enter data into the system and balance at the end of each shift, Issue room keys to guests and ensure procedures are followed in relation to guest confidentiality, Provide friendly, personalised customer service at all times, Recommend restaurants and places of interest according to guests' needs, Ensure the smooth running of the reception desk, Other varied hotel administration tasks Skills and Experience: You must be dynamic, passionate, and customer-focused to succeed in this role. As an integral part of delivering exceptional customer service, you will possess: High attention to detail, self-motivated, and able to work in a team environment, as well as independently, Strong customer focus, a friendly and polite personality, Availability to work on a 7-day rotating roster, A strong work ethic, energetic, a quick learner, and excellent personal presentation, Be an excellent communicator, Hotel Front Office and / or Customer Service experience is an advantage but not a prerequisite. Training will be provided. Experience using a Property Management System is a plus. Employment Conditions: You must have full unlimited working rights in Australia. If you feel you possess these qualities and would like to be part of our team we want to hear from you! | Ritz Kelly | Silkari Lagoons | Port Douglas | [email protected] | 09.09.2026 12:39 | |
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PRIVATE AIRPORT TRANSFER DRIVER WE ARE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO: ~ HAS A CURRENT ABN ~ ~ HAS A VALID QLD DRIVERS AUTHORISATION ~ ~ CAN OPERATE OUR ONLINE DRIVERS APP ~ (training will be provided) ~ IS AVAILABLE TO WORK FLEXIBLE SHIFTS ~ (including early mornings & late nights as required) ~ IS AVAILABILE TO WORK WEEKENDS ~ (as required) ~ IS AVAILABLE TO WORK 4 DAYS A WEEK ~ (to fit in with our current roster of drivers) ~ HAS A PROFFESIONAL, FRIENDLY APPROACH AND A LOVE OF OUR REGION ~ THINGS TO NOTE: Vehicle is located in Mossman and will be required to be collected prior to start of shift. Would suit a savvy semi retired person, as shifts will depend on seasonal demands. Full training & logo'd shirts provided. | Alison Johnston | PORT DOUGLAS TRANSFERS | Port Douglas | [email protected] | 2.09.2026 14:00 | |
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EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHER Are you a passionate Early Childhood Teacher looking for an opportunity to live and work in beautiful Far North Queensland? This position is currently two to three days per week and may increase to five days per week in the future. ABOUT YOU • Bachelor of Early Childhood Education or an ACECQA-approved equivalent qualification • Current Queensland Working with Children Check (Blue Card) • Current First Aid and CPR, including emergency asthma and anaphylaxis management training • Knowledge of the NQF, NQS, EYLF and QKLG • Ability to interpret and confidently implement curriculum documents • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Genuine passion for children’s learning, development and wellbeing • Ability to work collaboratively within a supportive BENEFITS AND PERKS • Attractive salary based on the Educational Services (Teachers) Award 2020 and your qualifications and experience • Resources and support to deliver an engaging kindergarten program • Friendly and welcoming colleagues • Uniform shirts provided • Professional development opportunities • Remote-area bonus payments • 95% discount on childcare fees ABOUT PORT EXPLORERS Port Explorers is an early childhood education and care provider serving families throughout the Douglas Shire. Our family includes three long day care and kindergarten services and an outside school hours care service at Port Douglas State School. We provide high-quality education and care in safe, nurturing and respectful environments. Our passionate educators create engaging experiences that support every child’s learning, wellbeing and development. READY TO APPLY? Contact Katie at [email protected] Applicants who have previously applied for this position and were unsuccessful need not reapply unless their qualifications, experience or availability have since changed. | Katie Smith | Port Explorers | Cooya Beach | [email protected] | 02.09.2026 11:44 |
| ( 1 ) | Name | Date | Add LOGO - (Only JPEG, GIF or PNG files, no PDF. For best results image at least 400px wide) | Public Notice Details | ||
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PROPOSED PERMANENT ROAD CLOSURE Attention is directed to an application for Permanent Road Closure of an area of about 1470m2 being part of Mowbray River Road, abutting Lot 3 on SP229627 (locality Mowbray) and shown as Road Proposed to be Permanently Closed (A) on Drawing LAGIS-2316. Comments or objections to the application must be submitted no later than 17 September 2026, in writing to the Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development Robina Office (PO Box 4297, Robina Town Centre QLD 4230) or online at the Queensland Government’s website at ‘Current Road Closure Applications’: https://www.qld.gov.au/environment/land/state/roads. Members of the public interested in the proposed road closure can apply under the Right to Information Act 2009 (RTI Act) to access any comments/objections received. If you lodge comments or an objection, please include in your comments/objection advice whether you would like to be consulted if this issue becomes the subject of an access application under the RTI Act. For further details and to view a copy of the drawing, contact the Department on (07) 3096 6243 quoting reference number 2026/001348 or view the application online on the Queensland Government’s website at ‘Current Road Closure Applications’: https://www.qld.gov.au/environment/land/state/roads |
| ( 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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Friday 18 September 2026
2026-09-18T00:00:00+10:00
| 7:30pm | 10:30pm | Lucia Desimone @ Club Mossman |
Grab a drink and settle in for a night of elegant, soft acoustic vibes with this globe-trotting singer-songwriter! Expect a gorgeous set of well-loved songs, beautifully arranged on guitar and keys — the perfect soundtrack for good company and a relaxed night out. Come early to grab a seat! Bistro is open from 5pm, book online clubmossman.com.au | Club Mossman | Free | clubmossman.com.au | 0740981434 | [email protected] | Live Entertainment | Melissa Di Pietro | [email protected] | 0740981434 | ||
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Sunday 20 September 2026
2026-09-20T00:00:00+10:00
| 11:30am | 5:00pm | Take 3 Club Mossman 2026 Douglas FM Outdoor Broadcast Fundraiser |
Big weekend @ Club Mossman with the long-awaited Take 3 Douglas FM Outdoor Broadcast Fundraiser event. There will be 5 rounds of spider bowls with the first one commencing at 12:30pm. Douglas FM will be broadcasting live from 12:30pm and commentating on all the action. In-between there will be rounds of mini barefoot bowls. To take part in the fun it is a gold coin donation for each round, funds raised in aid of Mossman School. Over $2,500 worth of prizes to be won including: Nespresso Coffee Machine, Headphones, Speaker, Earbuds, Playstation 5, vouchers for Mossman Meat House, Mossman Print, Back Country Bliss Adventure and Yeti drink coolers from Mossman Hardware to name a few! Bistro will be open and there will be food available throughout the day. Places are limited for each round - tickets available from 11:30am. For a great family day out - come down to Club Mossman. | Club Mossman | Gold coin donation | clubmossman.com.au | 0740981434 | [email protected] | Family Event | Melissa Di Pietro | [email protected] | 0740981434 | ||
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Saturday 12 September 2026
2026-09-12T00:00:00+10:00
| 11am | When food runs out | COW BAY BEACH BBQ |
Fundraising bbq for Daintree Coast Community Shed inc. Carnivores and herbivores catered for. Burgers, snags, salads, cakes & drinks | Cow Bay Beach | $ | 0427006607 | [email protected] | Community Event, Family Event | Cindy McLaughlin | [email protected] | 0427006607 |
