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Completing the Wangetti Trail from Palm Cove to Port Douglas is one of the top-four priorities of a new State Government tourism plan “to make Queensland the leading holiday destination in the…
What began five years ago as a modest grassroots ambition has blossomed into U3A Douglas, an organisation built on the belief that for community members over 50, learning and connection should have…
What began five years ago as a modest grassroots ambition has blossomed into U3A Douglas, an organisation built on the belief that for community members over 50, learning and connection should have…
Service, loyalty and mateship are some of the qualities that make Anzac Day special for Mossman RSL Vice President Peter Watts.  The former 110 Light Anti-Aircraft Battery bombardier, who…
Service, loyalty and mateship are some of the qualities that make Anzac Day special for Mossman RSL Vice President Peter Watts.  The former 110 Light Anti-Aircraft Battery bombardier, who…
READ THE STORY Wade Iserief 60kph and install better signage at the pedestrian crossing near the bridge, as the current signs are too small. This would help non-local travelers know there is a…
There are cassowaries living around the southern banks of the Daintree River, and more will make homes there if the habitat is made more conducive, one Daintree Village local says. Chef Armin von…
As the sun dipped below the horizon last Saturday, casting a golden glow over the iconic resort pool, the Pullman Sea Temple Resort welcomed guests to a spectacular gala dinner to celebrate its 20th…
Newsport’s photographer was courtside to capture all the energy of the Port Douglas Netball Association Season Opening Round on Tuesday, April 21. Court 2: Sharks vs Cougars. Umpires: Alex…
10. Barron River bridge work
Date: 23-04-2026
Nighttime maintenance work will start in May on the Barron River bridge. As part of the regular ongoing program of maintenance on the bridge, the next round of work is scheduled for most of May. …
11. We will Remember Them
Date: 23-04-2026
Douglas Shire residents and visitors will remember and pay tribute to our ANZACS on Saturday, April 25, with Dawn Service at Mossman and Cow Bay and a march in Port Douglas. And Newsport Daily…
A Douglas Shire driving instructor has started a petition calling on the about 550m stretch of road near the Junction Bridge between Cooya and Mossman to be changed to a 60km/h zone. The speed…
The Port Douglas Reef Raiders will officially launch their 2026 campaign this Saturday, hosting the Northern Beaches Mudcrabs at the Port Douglas Sports Complex in a special ANZAC Day clash. After…
14. 'Crazy' ant eradication milestone
Date: 22-04-2026
A significant milestone in the Wet Tropics Management Authority (WTMA) fight against the yellow crazy ant has been reached. The Authority has declared a further 180 hectares free from the ant,…
15. Diversity is the key
Date: 22-04-2026
Douglas can and should rebuild its agriculture sector as a critical part of the economy but with hopes fading for a silver bullet to replace cane, effort might better focus on a diversified industry…
The Mossman Library will officially celebrate its 20th anniversary on Monday, April 27, marking two decades since the much‑loved facility opened its doors and replaced the original 1977 library on…
Five young local Indigenous trainees celebrated a major professional milestone last Saturday, 18 April, at Thala Beach Nature Reserve, graduating with nationally recognised qualifications in…
Critical work has begun to deliver water security projects for two of our Indigenous communities.  Jointly funded by the Albanese Government, through the National Water Grid Fund, and the…
19. Crocs women snatch win
Date: 21-04-2026
The Port Douglas Crocs Senior Women have celebrated a win, coming from behind with a dominant last quarter do down Cairns City Lions by 11 points. Played at Holloways Beach Sporting Complex, the…
More than 100 weapons have been seized from the streets in the Far North in less than a year as police disrupt and prevent knife crime during proactive patrols under Jack’s Law. The statistics…