01/10/2026

FNQ defence

Australian navy boats being relocated to Cairns

LAST 30 TO 60 DAYS

01/10/2026

BeCHe Sale

'Rare earth' attracts hot auction action

30/09/2026

PEACEFUL PARADISE

A quarter century of true hospitality at Bay Villas Resort

30/09/2026

Opinion column

Age-old interest-rate weapon risks breaking the whole economy

30/09/2026

Quaid's Road

Quaid’s worth fighting for to overcome roadblocks

29/09/2026

MILESTONE CELEBRATION

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

29/09/2026

MILESTONE CELEBRATION

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

29/09/2026

Around grounds

SPORT DIGEST: AFL best-and-fairest awards announced at glittering ceremony

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

POLICE NEWS: Multiple injuries after collision near Mount Carbine

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

COMMUNITY SUPPORT

Local businesses invited to help bring Port Shorts to life

14/09/2026

SCHOOL PROJECT

Young leaders take a stand for cleaner air in Port Douglas

14/09/2026

MOSSMAN HARDWARE

The practical backbone of Mossman and its deep local roots

14/09/2026

Shire parks

Wonga skatepark shut during school holidays for much-needed upgrade

14/09/2026

Memorial Concept

Steve Irwin death anniversary sparks idea for a memorial

11/09/2026

FNQ business

Slime time is proving to be a marketer's dream

11/09/2026

Shire environment

No detection of bird flu in Far North Queensland

11/09/2026

Police news

BREAKING NEWS: Man missing in Daintree Rainforest has been found

11/09/2026

LETTERS AND COMMENTS

YOU SAID IT! New Ellis Beach surf club opens

11/09/2026

FNQ environment

Rapidly rising whale numbers prompts warning to keep your distance

10/09/2026

Shire sport

Keeping it in the family - two hole-in-ones in three months for talented golfing pair

10/09/2026

Newsport Print

Students steal the show to make the Newsport splash

10/09/2026

Design competition

New logo unveiled for 150th year of council in 2027

10/09/2026

RU OK? Day

"RU OK?" embraced across the nation

10/09/2026

Shire tourism

Warner Street accommodation set to be backpacked to the rafters

09/09/2026

FNQ venues

Which Douglas Shire restaurant has made the top 100 in Australia?

09/09/2026

PHOTO GALLERY

Red carpet glamour at the Mossman High Formal

09/09/2026

Police news

BREAKING NEWS: Search for missing 31-year-old man at Cow Bay

09/09/2026

Jungle Juice

ROLL CALL: Line up local legends

09/09/2026

Federal funding

PM's speech may prove a Douglas Shire disaster

08/09/2026

FNQ roads

More night closures for Kuranda Range Road

08/09/2026

Around grounds

SPORT DIGEST: Ecstasy for Sharks juniors and Dragons, agony for Crocs

08/09/2026

Police News

Police appeal for witnesses after 81-year-old man assaulted in Port Douglas

08/09/2026

Ellis Beach

New surf club opens after 15 years of hard work

07/09/2026

Shire transport

More highway night works on the way next month

07/09/2026

PHOTO GALLERY

Run Port Douglas attracts 2500 runners in massive second year

07/09/2026

Police News

Weapons seized, thousands charged under Jack’s Law

07/09/2026

Shire industry

Less skin in the game for Douglas on new tourism board

04/09/2026

Father's Day

Every dad has his day, and it just happens to be this Sunday...

04/09/2026

CHHHS Update

Hospitals hope for FNQ bed clog relief

04/09/2026

letters and comments

YOU SAID IT! Bird flu concerns after sick and dead birds wash up on Shire shores

04/09/2026

FNQ roads

No licence, no e-bike riding laws introduced this week

03/09/2026

Shire environment

Millions flow for three Daintree creek restoration projects

03/09/2026

Returned soldiers

RSL cottage upgrade making life easier for daughter of World War II veteran

03/09/2026

Police news

POLICE VIDEO: Mossman man arrested on Captain Cook Highway after hate-speech investigation

03/09/2026

Disability access

Pool lift a long awaited fix for Douglas disability access

02/09/2026

Top snaps

PICTURE GALLERY: Festivals and tours light up our best August photos

02/09/2026

FATHER’S DAY

How Sportspower Owner Pete Gilmour is tackling first time fatherhood

02/09/2026

POP-UP GALLERY

Local artists gain dedicated showcase at Sheraton Grand Mirage

02/09/2026

CRISPIN HULL COLUMN

Experiencing Labor pains in by-election

02/09/2026

Shire environment

Driver jumps ship after getting that sinking feeling

01/09/2026

Cycle Network

Push on Council for bike paths to be completed

01/09/2026

CAREERS EXPO

Big turnout as Mossman High connects students with future careers

01/09/2026

FNQ environment

Bird flu concerns after sick and dead seabirds wash up on Shire beaches

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30/10/2026

LOCAL WILDLIFE

Weakened falcon chick rehabilitated and returned to town nest

30/10/2026

Melbourne Cup Calcutta

Port Douglas Cup Calcutta off to a flying start

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SPORT NEWS

27/10/2026

Around grounds

SPORT DIGEST: Muddies teams make the field despite doubts about the weather

27/10/2026

Sporting Grants

Games On! for Cook sporting clubs

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