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Douglas Heat basketball has released a slate of upcoming competitions to suit all ages and skill levels ahead of what promises to be another big season of hoops. Aussie Hoops will kick things off…
Finding certain professionals and skilled tradespeople to fill vacancies is proving difficult for employers in Douglas. Hospitality is not the only sector where some positions aren’t being taken up…
A local volunteer who has dedicated more than 20 years to helping people beat blood cancer is the Douglas Shire’s 2023 Citizen of the Year. Miallo resident Kerry Shepherdson, who also received an…
Douglas Shire Council has moved to clarify the ongoing public confusion around where exactly locals walking their dogs can and can’t have them on a leash, particularly in the vicinity of Four mile…
Local award winners and new permanent citizens to the area will be formally acknowledged this morning during Australia Day celebrations in the Douglas Shire. The Free BBQ breakfast kicks off at…
2366. Welcome back to the new school year
Date: 25-01-2023
After a well-deserved Summer break, it is time for our local students to sharpen their pencils and climb back in the school banks. Newsport sums up what’s been happening in the very first week of…
Welcome to our News in Brief, where you quickly catch up on some of the week’s stories. Patients abused A 51-year-old man was arrested after police were called to a hospital waiting room…
Senior Bruce Ferguson is one of those hard working Aussies that just jumps in to help with whatever is needed. Many people around Port Douglas would know Mr Ferguson’s face as the previous owner of…
The demonstrators at last week’s virtual meeting of the elite rich and powerful at the Davos World Economic Forum were instructively and decisively different from previous demonstrations. This was…
Questions have been raised over the expenditure of ratepayer funds to fight a court case against the developer of the proposed Fairmont Resort at Port Douglas. Douglas Shire Council rejected the…
Sundowner drinks, Mediterranean bites, a rum masterclass, Italian feast and catchy tunes. Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort Port Douglas is set to come alive with locals and visitors celebrating the…
The Mossman Sharks have put last year’s grand final heartbreak behind them as they look to again be a premiership force in 2023. The Sharks have been back on the track for two weeks combining…
The mighty Port Douglas Reef Raiders will seek more consistency this season following the re-appointment of head coach Stan Afeaki. “Stan is a great asset to our club having played rugby all around…
The post Brad Cooper era at the mighty Port Douglas Crocs has officially dawned after training kicked off last week with the club’s new coaches at the helm. This year marks the first time in 11…
The new operator of a vital school bus run from Douglas to Cairns started today – and while parents can rest assured that their kids will be transported to school for Term One at least, they say…
Local Police continue to investigate whether alcohol/drink driving is the potential cause of a two-car collision last night in Port Douglas. QPS, QAS and a firefighter unit were called to the…
An ambitious Port Douglas start up that has provided locals and tourists alike with slick cocktails, delicious wings and other delectable goodness since August 2021 will close its doors for the final…
Two full weeks’ after a 54-year-old woman went missing, feared drowned by fast flowing currents a spokesperson has confirmed a popular swimming hole has officially reopened to the public. The…
Most, if not all, of the 11 tenants who had to vacate the former Pinnacle Village Caravan Park at Wonga Beach have not been able to sell their relocatable dwellings and the structures will likely be…
Our region is buzzing with exciting events this weekend. Whether you're a local, new in the area or just cruising through we've got loads of great tips and events. Go on and check it out! TEX &…