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One lane of the Daintree boat ramp was temporarily closed and later barricaded for safety reasons after a vehicle and trailer plunged into the Daintree river over the weekend.
Douglas Shire Council,…
News of an upcoming development at Pandanus and Dougies blocks, set for mid-2025 construction, has sparked curiosity about the fate of beloved Dougies Backpackers Resort.
Although the development…
Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas has reopened the Lumholtz's tree kangaroo exhibit, home to the lively and adorable tree kangaroo named 'Quinton'.
Thanks to the unwavering dedication and passion of the…
A local Craiglie superstar still has a smile the size of the Sydney harbour bridge on her face after gaining a wonderful acknowledgement at a recent awards function in the Far North.
Amber Dolphin…
The Port Douglas Reef Raiders are back at home tomorrow when they take on Cairns Northern Beaches Mudcrabs at the Port Douglas Sports Complex.
With only three games remaining before finals, the Reef…
The re-opening of a pub that's situated close to Port Douglas and boasts, beautiful Far North countryside views has been warmly welcomed by locals and visitors alike.
The Julatten Hotel – last…
A crocodile sighting led local life saving operatives to put up the ‘beach closed’, no swimming sign on iconic four mile beach yesterday afternoon.
It’s understood the sighting occurred around 1pm…
Locals Judy Dalton and Maureen Renton have had the best adventure ever. The two were guests of the Wimbledon tennis ‘in crowd’ last week and they certainly made the most of it. Of course, they…
A reward has been issued to identify or capture the person or persons thought responsible for two recent crocodile deaths in the Douglas Shire.
Community Representation of Crocodiles (C.R.O.C.) has…
National pride is on the line with two Port Douglas businesses donning the gloves and going head to head over the FIFA Women’s World Cup and in the process helping a great cause.
The Irish craic of…
This morning, a peculiar incident occurred as a cane bin toppled onto its side, creating an unexpected obstacle at the entrance of the Port Douglas roundabout, blocking the flow of…
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Port Douglas residents awoke to a large vessel anchored less than two kilometres off Island Point close to 24 hours ago. And it was still there today. What is it, they asked?
The…
For an impressive 37 years, Ellenor Jorgenson, a beloved local of Daintree Village, has been the driving force behind the iconic Daintree Village Hotel. In an interview with Newsport she shared her…
Latest analysis shows what many home renters already know – rents have skyrocketed in Douglas in the past year, putting further pressure on the rising cost of living.
Figures by leading property…
Discover the transformative power of horses at a unique horse riding school in Newell Beach, where a remarkable initiative is making a difference for individuals tackling mental health…
Four adorable puppies at Paws and Claws are eagerly wagging their tails awaiting their chance to be adopted and find their forever homes.
On Easter Monday this year, a carton box arrived, carrying…
As the calendar turns another page, the Mossman community is gearing up for the 71st edition of the Mossman Show, set to unfold on 23 and 24 July.
Following the success of last year's 70th…
The 14th edition of the Cairns Indigenous Art Fair (CIAF) concluded on Sunday, marking the event's most significant cultural immersion to date. Drawing crowds from near and far, the four-day festival…
Boaters in the Douglas Shire will soon have a reason to feel more secure as Council boat ramps are set to undergo a significant security upgrade.
With an investment of $82,000, the planned…
In the Douglas Shire, the Cairns branch of the RSPCA is a beacon of hope for animals in need. The animal welfare charity provides a shelter for pets who have been abandoned or mistreated, working…
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