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A 53-year-old Maryborough man has received a painful reminder to follow the speed limit after being pulled over doing 150km/hr in a 100km/hr zone. Police located the man on the Mulligan Highway…
Ergon Energy Network has kick-started a major project to boost the electricity network that powers the livelihoods and lifestyles of thousands of customers across the Douglas Shire.   …
A circle of plenty event focusing on sustainable food cultivation, community engagement, and the joy of shared learning will be held at Mossman Botanic Garden's food garden site on…
Reported by Lisa Keller & Jamie Jansen The Douglas Shire came alive once again as it celebrated Melbourne Cup day in grand style, turning our pocket of paradise into a hub of festive…
In just over four months or so Douglas Shire residents will take to the polls to elect our new mayor and councillors. With that in mind Newsport today starts its build up towards the March 16,…
Far North Queensland’s leading conservationists will converge on Mossman Botanic Garden (MBG) this Friday to launch stage one of the garden. Independent not-for profit conservation groups…
The Quicksilver Group has relaunched its annual Christmas charity appeal which has a direct purpose to help less fortunate members of the Douglas Shire and other Far North areas during the festive…
Douglas Shire residents have the chance to join thousands of fellow Queenslanders by choosing to opt-in and apply for a Queensland digital drviers' license. The development comes as more than…
Group of friends enjoying a drink at Hughies
Mossman’s social scene has been set ablaze this year thanks to the success of Hughie’s Wine Bar and their signature Long Lunches. Anticipation is building as the upcoming Long Lunch, scheduled for…
The Forensic Crash Unit continues to investigate after a 32-year-old man was found deceased following a tragic single-vehicle accident at Milla Milla in the Tablelands yesterday morning. Police…
Beach hockey, which made its debut in Australia at Port Douglas’ very own Four Mile Beach, has recently earned official recognition as a legitimate sport by the International Hockey Federation…
Charity group ClimateForce continues to work hard to preserve and protect the Far North’s two biggest assests – the Reef and the rainforest following a recent field awareness day in the Daintree. …
The Douglas Shire is set to shine brighter than ever as Raine & Horne Port Douglas/Mossman introduces a true Christmas Lights Competition with locals being invited to illuminate their homes and…
A popular local initiative created to foster community spirit within Mossman and to celebrate the upcoming Christmas festive period has returned. The popular Nativity sheep trail kicked off on…
A well-loved local recycling business at Craiglie has closed down, saddening many Douglas residents who regularly swapped their empty drink containers and other no longer used materials for cash. …
Two people have died, another remains critical and three other passengers suffered minor injuries following a horror single vehicle car accident yesterday afternoon south west of Cooktown. Police…
Believe it or not, the festive season is fast approaching and Oaks Port Douglas Resort is celebrating by making one lucky locals’ Christmas dream come true.  Starting from 1 November 2023,…
Douglas Shire residents are on level one water restrictions from today after recent dry conditions over the past month have caused  levels to drop at local water catchment areas. Residents…
As summer nears, parents hoping to take their kids for some cooling off fun at the new Mossman Splash Park face disappointment, with reports that the attraction might not be ready in time for the…
Barbados Port Douglas, Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina’s quintessential waterfront restaurant and cocktail bar, is thrilled to announce an exciting development that will delight both locals and…