30/09/2026

PEACEFUL PARADISE

A quarter century of true hospitality at Bay Villas Resort

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Quaid's Road

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29/09/2026

MILESTONE CELEBRATION

Mossman Boat & Fishing Club marks 50 years with inaugural ‘River to Reef Rumble’

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DAVE’S TAKEAWAY

Famous for fish, chips and the “Wall of Dave’s,” iconic takeaway goes up for sale

29/09/2026

Around grounds

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29/09/2026

Shire tourism

New State Government tax set to be levied on Mossman Gorge tourists next month

28/09/2026

FNQ ceremony

A big Douglas Shire welcome for our newest citizens

28/09/2026

Shire tourism

Daintree Ferry ticket sales continue to stagnate

28/09/2026

Police news

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28/09/2026

Flood Studies

No flooding council's social media with flood study feedback

25/09/2026

Joanne Butterfield Inquest

Calls could be a key in Joanne Butterfield disappearance case

25/09/2026

GET IN EARLY

World class short films return to the waterfront this October with Port Shorts

25/09/2026

LETTERS AND COMMENTS

YOU SAID IT! How many crocs is a load of croc?

25/09/2026

Temporary workers

Federal working-visa changes already impacting Far North Queensland

24/09/2026

Social photos

PICTURE GALLERY: Out and about at popular Shire venues

24/09/2026

Newsport Daily Print

A big souvenir edition of Newsport Print celebrates our Crocs

24/09/2026

FNQ wildlife

Calls for investigation into Wonga dugong death

24/09/2026

FNQ industry

Four developments that may change the face of Douglas Shire

23/09/2026

Shire tourism

Lazy Lizard lifts again to snare two more accolades

Lazy Lizard lifts again to snare two more accolades

23/09/2026

LOCAL EXHIBITION

Port Douglas artists set to illuminate the tropics this October

23/09/2026

Opinion column

JUNGLE JUICE: How many crocs is a load of croc?

23/09/2026

Shire communications

Daintree Village postal service finishes this week - Australia Post

22/09/2026

ANNUAL SPORTS GALA

Mossman seniors deliver high energy sports day

22/09/2026

ARTIST RESIDENCY

Local artist Chrissie McLaughlin brings live studio to Silky Oaks Lodge

22/09/2026

Around grounds

SPORT DIGEST: We love Shack when it comes to their pool sharks

22/09/2026

AFL Cairns

IN PICTURES: Blood, sweat and tears of joy as Crocs win flag

22/09/2026

AFL Cairns

Port Douglas Crocs triumph in epic Grand Final finish

22/09/2026

Crocwise

Oak Beach croc "Vanessa" removed despite pleas

21/09/2026

FightMND

Port Douglas raises almost $19,000 to help beat motor neurone disease

21/09/2026

GREEN MANAGEMENT

Ausfield Services boosts economy as Douglas Shire footprint grows

21/09/2026

FNQ pets

Remote dog rescue plans given more teeth with new officers on the ground

21/09/2026

Competition Success

Malone's snags Aussie Gold

18/09/2026

COLUMN

Major growth transforms Far North Queensland, says MP Matt Smith

18/09/2026

TOUR LAUNCH

New eco tours combine rainforest, reef and culture in one day

18/09/2026

Shire incidents

WATCH VIDEO: Man and six cars hit by falling tree on main street of Port Douglas

18/09/2026

Letters and Comments

YOU SAID IT! Irwin death anniversary triggers idea for memorial

18/09/2026

Shire communications

Daintree Village postal service facing uncertain future

17/09/2026

LOCAL LEGENDS

The dedicated faces keeping Douglas families connected

17/09/2026

Shire events

Charity ride nets more than $100,000 for mental health

17/09/2026

FNQ events

Shire history on perfect display in new 2027 calendar

17/09/2026

Gymnastics Star

Gymnast Tali sets sights on international stage

16/09/2026

RISING STAR

Port Douglas author Samantha Ross joins stellar Penguin showcase lineup

16/09/2026

MEET THE GUIDES

Ocean Safari crew champions local reef conservation at Cape Tribulation

16/09/2026

CRISPIN HULL COLUMN

A debt of gratitude for Super idea

16/09/2026

Shire tourism

Signatures mount on petition opposing working visa changes

15/09/2026

SENIOR WRAP

Local retirees discover hidden backyard wonders

15/09/2026

Around grounds

SPORT DIGEST: Crocs make the big dance, Dragons agonisingly short

15/09/2026

Missing Joanne Butterfield

Inquest into Joanne Butterfield disappearance hears of confronting conversation with daughter

15/09/2026

FNQ Health

Birthing services are back in Cooktown

14/09/2026

SCHOOL PROJECT

Young leaders take a stand for cleaner air in Port Douglas

14/09/2026

COMMUNITY SUPPORT

Local businesses invited to help bring Port Shorts to life

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Council News

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CREATIVE CONNECTION

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SPORT NEWS

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Shire clubs

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Around grounds

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