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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…
It’s one of the most popular topics of conversation and with housing affordability and availability becoming a real issue for many in the region, it’s no wonder why. The Douglas Shire has been…
Dear Editor,
I write to you regarding the following issue.
It is disappointing to see how this picnic table (pictured) was being used at 5.00pm yesterday (at Rex Smeal park) in Port Douglas.
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The weather isn’t the only thing getting warmer in Port Douglas at the moment with the annual Fast 5 Netball competition heating up the courts once again.
The weekly competition sees four local…
The Douglas Shire’s much anticipated new mountain bike skills track, located directly behind the Port Douglas community hall, or Raider Park rugby field is now ready to roll following the official…
For more then 20 years a Douglas Shire detective has diligently served and protected the region.
Whether it’s investigating heinous crimes, locking up bad guys, or just maintaining law and order…
Embarking on a sailing adventure to Low Isles with Quicksilver, PD State School’s Year 6 stars, Cooper Jones and Gemma Cocks, share the scoop on what they dubbed the “best school day ever”.
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After a major delay, tenders will finally go out very shortly for the operation of a brand-new domestic and family violence shelter in Mossman, which has lain idle and empty since it was built by…
In this column I wanted to focus on Councillor matters. In particular, I thought I'd provide some food for thought, on how going forward we can ensure our Councillors are united, galvanised and…
Port Douglas Volunteer Lifesavers have had a successful season in keeping beachgoers safe and sound.
This season around 57,323 enjoyed Four Mile Beach making it the busiest beach in North…
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