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| ( 5 ) | 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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FULL-TIME AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC Position Title: Automotive Mechanic Employment Type: Full-Time Location: Mossman Reports To: Workshop Manager / Business Owner About the Business We are a well-established, locally owned mechanical workshop with a strong reputation for reliable service, quality workmanship, and long-term customer relationships. Serving the community for 40 years, we pride ourselves on honesty and efficiency. Position Overview We are seeking a qualified and experienced Automotive Mechanic to join our team on a full-time basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a wide range of vehicles while delivering high-quality service and ensuring customer satisfaction. Key Responsibilities - Perform general mechanical repairs and servicing on a variety of vehicles - Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults accurately and efficiently - Conduct routine maintenance including oil changes, brake servicing, and inspections - Carry out engine, transmission, and suspension repairs - Use diagnostic tools and equipment effectively - Ensure all work complies with safety standards and regulations - Maintain accurate job records and complete service reports - Communicate clearly with team members and management regarding job progress - Assist in maintaining a clean and organised workshop Skills & Experience - Relevant trade qualification in Automotive - Mechanics (e.g. Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology or equivalent) - Proven experience working as a mechanic in a workshop environment - Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills - Ability to work independently and as part of a team - High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship - Current driver’s licence (essential) - Roadworthy certification licence (desirable, not essential) Personal Attributes - Reliable and punctual - Strong work ethic - Good communication skills - Commitment to ongoing learning and development What We Offer - Stable, full-time position in a reputable local business - Supportive and friendly team environment - Above award wages based on experience - Ongoing training and development opportunities - Well-equipped workshop with modern tools and equipment How to Apply Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience to: [email protected] Alternatively, apply in person. | Denise Burke | Burmack | Mossman | [email protected] | 21.05.2026 14:31 | |
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FRONTLINE SALES ASSISTANT PART-TIME MATERNITY LEAVE COVER Bring your love of wildlife to work and help create unforgettable moments for our guests at Wildlife Habitat. This part-time role covering maternity leave offers the opportunity to step in and make an immediate impact in a fast-paced environment. Why You’ll Love It Be part of a passionate, supportive crew that lives and breathes wildlife, sustainability, and great guest experiences. Every shift brings new faces, new stories, and plenty of fun. What You’ll Do • Welcome guests and make their visit memorable • Handle reception, retail sales, reservations and cash transactions • Work closely with your team to keep things running smoothly • Take guest photos and help capture their special moments • Enjoy flexible shifts between 7:15am and 430pm, with some later shifts. Must be available to work weekends. What You Bring • A genuine love for wildlife and sharing it with others • Confident, friendly customer service • Ability to multitask in a busy environment • A team-first attitude and positive energy • Sales confidence and motivation • Local knowledge or similar experience is a bonus • Availability for an immediate start Why Join Us You’ll receive ongoing training, work with a great team, and be part of a company that values community, sustainability, and diversity. Apply Now Send your resume and cover letter to [email protected] or call 07 4041 9437. Explore more at wildlifehabitat.com.au | Lia Perry | Wildlife Habitat | Port Douglas | [email protected] | 19.05.2026 14:54 | |
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CASUAL ON-CALL TRANSFER STAFF Community Funerals is seeking staff to be available on weeknights (4pm-8am) and at weekends (24hrs) to assist with the transfer of deceased persons. Full training will be provided. Staff are rostered on-call one week in three and can usually fit this work around a regular weekday job. You will be paid a daily on-call allowance and a generous $300.00 minimum call out payment. The applicant needs to have a full drivers licence, be well groomed, ability to work as part of a team, maintain confidentiality, physical fitness, willingness to work outside regular business hours and a compassionate and caring attitude. If you are interested please email [email protected] detailing your work background, any relevant experience and any questions. Initial enquires by email only please. | Lorraine | Community Funerals | Port Douglas | [email protected] | 18.5.2026 12:38 | |
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RECEPTIONIST / ALL-ROUNDER AT THE WHITE HOUSE & BALBOA HOLIDAY APARTMENTS (PORT DOUGLAS) We’re looking for a friendly, reliable, and hands-on Receptionist / All-Rounder to join our team across The White House and Balboa Holiday Apartments in Port Douglas. This is a great opportunity for a local looking for a stable, long-term role who enjoys variety in their day and takes pride in delivering great guest experiences. Permanent locals only need to apply. About the Role: This is not your typical desk-only role; you’ll be a key part of the day-to-day running of both properties. Duties include: • Guest check-ins and check-outs • Responding to guest enquiries (phone, email & in person) • Assisting with bookings and admin • Light housekeeping coordination / checks • General property support and problem-solving What We’re Looking For: • Friendly, positive attitude and great communication skills • Reliable and able to work independently • Good attention to detail • Experience using booking systems and basic computer skills • Previous reception or accommodation experience preferred • Someone happy to jump in and help wherever needed Hours: • Part-time – approx. 2.5 days per week • Includes Saturday work (essential) • Flexible hours across the week Why Join Us? • Work across two well-established, boutique holiday properties • Supportive, down-to-earth team • Varied role – no two days the same • Great environment in beautiful Port Douglas This role is best suited to someone living locally or planning to stay in the area long term. If you’re looking for a stable, enjoyable role and like being part of a small, hardworking team, we’d love to hear from you. To apply: Please send an email including resume detailing your experience. | Helen Seale | Balboa & The White House | Port Douglas | [email protected] | 12.05.2026 13:58 | |
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CLEANER WANTED - THE WHITE HOUSE & BALBOA HOLIDAY APARTMENTS (PORT DOUGLAS) We’re looking for a reliable and friendly cleaner to join our team across our two beautiful properties The White House and Balboa Holiday Apartments in Port Douglas. This is a great opportunity for a local who takes pride in their work and enjoys being part of a positive, supportive team. Permanent locals only need to apply. About the Role: • Cleaning and preparing holiday apartments to a high standard • Working across both properties • Weekend work is essential (flexible roster available) • Casual position with consistent hours available We’re Looking For Someone Who: • Has previous cleaning experience (holiday accommodation experience highly regarded) • Has a strong eye for detail • Is reliable and punctual • Takes pride in presenting apartments beautifully • Works well independently and as part of a team • Is based locally (or close by) What We Offer: • Friendly, supportive work environment • Well-organised systems and team support • Consistent ongoing work • Beautiful locations to work in If you’re a local looking for steady work and enjoy keeping spaces clean, fresh and guest-ready, we’d love to hear from you. Please get in touch with a bit about yourself and your experience. | Tony Seale | Balboa & The White House | Port Douglas | [email protected] | 12.05.2026 13:50 |
| ( 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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Thursday 28 May 2026
2026-05-28T00:00:00+10:00
| 5.30pm | Smart Strata - Maintenance & Major Projects: the who, what, when, why and how |
Maintenance & Major Projects: the who, what, when, why and how. The FREE seminar’s panel discussions will cover who is responsible for reporting maintenance issues, what needs to be considered before major works begin, when professional project management may be required and how contractors should be selected through transparent and independent processes. Strata owners, committee members and residents are encouraged to take part to gain a better understanding of how major maintenance decisions should be made. | Pullman Reef Hotel Casino, 35-41 Wharf St, Cairns | Free | https://smartstrata.com/event/strata-seminar-28th-may-2026-cairns/ | Community Event | Angie Christofis | [email protected] | 0408324774 | |||||
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Friday 19 June 2026
2026-06-19T00:00:00+10:00
| 12PM | 23/06/2026 at 12PM | NYX Festival 2026 |
After a booming fifth edition, NYX Festival returns as Australia’s up and coming underground arts, music and culture experience to hit the tropical paradise of North Queensland on 19-22 June 2026. Nestled amongst the picturesque utopian rivers, paper barks and eucalyptus forests, the 4 night experience is set on a remote 30,000 acre property in Ravenshoe nearby Cairns. Festival theme NYX Festival Presents – The Midnight Machine The ancient world has fallen silent. The roots of The Sacred Tree hum with hidden code, and the spirits of the Lost World flicker in fractured neon light. From the ashes of myth, a new experience rises — metallic, electric, alive… and watching. This winter solstice, step into The Midnight Machine: a cyberpunk dreamscape deep in a dystopian world where forest meets circuitry, ritual meets rhythm, and the goddess NYX awakens once more — no longer bound by stars, but by signal. Lose yourself in the pulse of sound, light, and transformation. The line between nature and technology dissolves… and you become part of the Mothership. As the last echoes of the Lost World fade into corrupted memory, the machines awaken in the bush-silence of FNQ. The ancient forest of the past now stirs under a neon glow, monitored, modified, re-coded. The spirit of NYX stretches her wings into circuitry, forging a new age where nature and cybernetics merge — not in harmony, but in necessity. In this twilight junction, we enter the domain of the Midnight Machine — a wild landscape of bush and data, vines and wires, ancient knowledge and electric beats, looping endlessly through the system. Where the goddess of the night rewires the world. We are the future, together we dance. Before the signal goes dark. NYX FESTIVAL - SIXTH EDITION 19-22 June 2026 - Winter Solstice Ravenshoe, Cairns, Queensland Arts - Music - Culture - Camping - Experience Tickets at www.triniq.com/nyx26 Facebook: www.facebook.com/nyxfestivalaustralia Full Details: www.nyxfestival.com.au | Glen Gordan Station, Ravenshoe, QLD | 260-380 | https://nyxfestival.com.au | [email protected] | Arts & Culture, Major Event | https://nyxfestival.com.au/conditions-of-entry/ | Billy | [email protected] | 0401941976 | ||
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Sunday 21 June 2026
2026-06-21T00:00:00+10:00
| 9:30am | 2pm | International Yoga Day |
Celebrate yoga with us at our beautiful Shala! Are you curious about Yoga but hesitant to dive into a long class? We’ve got the perfect opportunity for you! We have a day of yoga planned in 20 -30 minute increments. It’s free! No strings attached—explore the world of yoga in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Stay for 1 session or stay the whole day! 9.30am - Centering, breathwork - Lesley 10.00am - Hatha/warm up the body - Tricia 10.40am - Yin - Antonetta 11.20am - Vinyasa - Belu 12.pm - Restorative - Noeline 12.40pm - Raja/pranayama/mantra/ meditation - Lesley 1.10pm - Relaxation/Yoga Nidra - Noeline 1.40pm - Hatha/returning to presence via the qualities of Anahata - Schell Each Segment is 20-30 mins Please arrive ready 5 mins prior, we have mats. Bring a friend Port Douglas Yoga Shala above The Book Lounge on Warner St. Call Lesley for any further info 0455 035 185 or just turn up! | Port Douglas Yoga Shala , Above The Book Lounge, Warner Street, Port Douglas | 0 | https://portdouglasyoga.com | 0455035185 | [email protected] | Arts & Culture, Community Event, Free Event, Senior Event | Lesley Johnston | [email protected] | 0455035185 |
