As cyclone Jasper nears its land crossing towards Port Douglas, concerns are mounting over the potential threat of storm surge flooding, raising the unsettling possibility of crocodiles making their…
3.27PM: Rain and wind hammering Douglas Shire
Douglas Shire residents continue to bunker down with Cyclone Jasper now just hours away from making landfall - most likely between Port Douglas and…
4.32PM: Thank you and good afternoon
That wraps up today's Cyclone Jasper rolling coverage on Newsport. I'll re-join you tomorrow morning QLD standard time to bring you all you need to know about…
In an exciting move toward inclusivity and diversity, local AFL club, the Port Douglas Crocs, is set to make history by launching its very own women's side. The club, which is already a…
A local woman is on a mission to create awareness and kickstart a campaign that will secure improved treatment facilities for those that need ongoing cancer treatment within the Douglas Shire.
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The Douglas Shire continues to take stock and prepare for Tropical Cyclone Jasper, which a short time ago remained as a category one cyclone. Experts suggest it will make landfall as a category two…
Good Morning, welcome to Newsport’s live blog as the Douglas Shire continues to prepare ahead of the impending arrival of Tropical Cyclone Jasper.
We’ll keep you updated with all the information…
Dear Editor,
I write to you about new speed limits within the Douglas Shire.
In recent times some anti-car bureaucrats from their ivory towers in Cairns and/or Brisbane have, as always without…
With their tiny paws, fuzzy coats, and soulful eyes, eight delightful 5-week-old puppies have taken centre stage at Paws & Claws Animal Shelter in Craiglie. Among this adorable bunch, four have…
UPDATED - SUNDAY 10/12, 10.16AM
Tropical Cyclone Jasper is gradually weakening as it moves westwards through the Coral Sea and is currently located 970km east of Cairns.
Jasper may…
The New Year may well bring new life to the Mossman Mill – which remains in limbo after being placed in voluntary administration in November.
The move dealt a major blow to the sugar industry in…
Athletes from around the country will head to the Mossman Pool this weekend to take part in a freediving competition which will be the first of its kind in the Far North.
While Cairns has played…
A Newsport reader has provided a measured response and offered a legitimate solution to potentially assist the Shire’s homelessness crisis following a large community reaction to a…
Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) has put Far North campers on notice these school holidays for irresponsible fire behaviour.
A short time ago rangers fined a group of campers in…
Call me an accountant but I take genuine pleasure in securing tax deductions for my clients. However, there’s a common misbelief among many businesses that simply hosting any party or buying any…
Port Douglas resident Sara Mulcahy has confirmed her intention to run for a Councillor position with Douglas Shire Council at next March's local government elections.
Ms Mulcahy has lived in the…
Police have confirmed they’ll now prepare a report for the Coroner in conjunction with investigators from Work, Health and Safety after the second death on the Great Barrier Reef offshore from…
It’s the husband and wife combination we didn’t know we needed but is sure to provide some intrigue ahead of next year’s local government elections.
However, as it stands it remains a legitimate…
The celebration included inspiring stories from volunteers like Ramesh and Sunil, who shared their experiences in the traditional harvest and the joy of bringing music to seniors at Kubirri Aged…
The Flagstaff Hill Walking Trail has re-opened following recent works to repair sections of the track.
The repair works involved installing 14 new concrete steps on the Rex Smeal Park side…
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