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3001. Craiglie party hire business back on the market and expected to be quickly snapped up
Date: 18-10-2022
A pre-eminent party hire business located in Craiglie that has served Far North Queensland and been at the top of its game for the 20 years or more is for sale as the owners wind back and look to…
3002. Port Shorts success
Date: 18-10-2022
"Lights, Camera, Action!" It was all happening at the 2022 Port Shorts Film Festival. Acclaimed actor Rarriwuy Hick joined fellow actor Stephen Curry and Wolf Creek Producer Matt Hearn for…
3003. Ray White Port Douglas delighted as more than 100 people enjoy Super Saturday auctions
Date: 18-10-2022
The Ray White Port Douglas team presented five unique properties for auction on Saturday bringing down the hammer on what could only be described as an incredibly successful day for everyone…
3004. Late afternoon argument results in man falling down rocks beside the boat ramp
Date: 17-10-2022
A situation that escalated between two men saw both an ambulance and fire truck spark into action around 3.30pm this afternoon in Port Douglas. "There was an argument between two locals…
3005. Runners join together across Australia and NZ to tackle climate change
Date: 17-10-2022
Run4reef events were held yesterday in Cairns as well as another 16 locations right across Australia and New Zealand. These ground-breaking events hosted 1000s of runners running as one for climate…
3006. State Government to implement new reform to prevent irresponsible misuse of e-scooters and other devices
Date: 17-10-2022
Douglas Shire users of e-scooters, e-skateboards and other personal mobility devices have been warned – offend and you’ll be at the mercy of increased fines for their incorrect and illegal…
3007. Fatal traffic crash, Mossman
Date: 17-10-2022
The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating following a fatal traffic crash in Mossman tonight (October 16). Preliminary information indicates around 7.00pm a motorcycle was travelling along Mossman…
3008. Daintree favourite doing the Turtle Rock as business bounces back post COVID pandemic
Date: 17-10-2022
Like many local businesses it faced gigantic struggles during the heart of the pandemic but now a renowned little hub in Cape Tribulation is back and bustling once again. Long a sight for sore eyes…
3009. Local anglers to be quizzed about favourite spots for new initiative
Date: 14-10-2022
Keen anglers from across the region will be quizzed in the future about where they think are some of the best spots to fish in the Douglas Shire. Douglas Shire Council has gained funding to create…
3010. Follow in the footsteps of the custodians of our land with these traditional Indigenous activities
Date: 14-10-2022
Have you ever really immersed yourself in the culture and traditions of the Kuku Yalanji people? There is so much we can learn from the traditional custodians of our land. Experience an Indigenous…
3011. Opinion: The Australian way of war
Date: 14-10-2022
The hardly noticed evil of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine and Chinese President Xi Jinping’s foray into the South China Sea is that they have given legitimacy to defence hawks…
3012. Channel your inner David Attenbrough at the places to spot local wildlife in our region
Date: 14-10-2022
When it comes to unique wildlife there aren’t many places in the world that can compete with our Far Northern slice of paradise. But how often do we really go out to spot these unique creatures in…
3013. Local business owner’s ‘appreciation’ post prompts huge response in support of cafe and restaurant workers
Date: 13-10-2022
Port Douglas business owner Dan Peterson probably didn’t predict the flood of positive reaction for hospitality workers in the seaside destination he would generate for a simple post on social…
3014. Ray White Port Douglas ready for Super Saturday with five dream homes to go under the hammer
Date: 13-10-2022
Some of the most unique, sought after and beautiful properties around the Douglas Shire will go under the hammer in the coming days in what’s being dubbed Ray White Port Douglas’ “Super…
3015. Public transport campaigner challenges local MP to debate, pledges $500 to school
Date: 13-10-2022
Local public transport campaigner David Haratsis recently issued a challenge to State Member for Cook, Cynthia Lui, to hold a public debate with him about the need for regular bus services in the…
3016. Soar like an eagle through the oldest rainforest system in the world
Date: 12-10-2022
 The chance to soar like an eagle through the world’s oldest rainforest system is again now a reality with local personalities gathering to welcome the once popular activity back to the…
3017. Campers moved on by Council
Date: 12-10-2022
Douglas Shire Officers were patrolling Four Mile Park today and asking campers to move on in what’s believed to be a response to camping ground accommodation freeing up more in the Shire,…
3018. This hidden beach is just as pretty as the name suggests
Date: 12-10-2022
Of course we have the most beautiful beach in Port Douglas itself; our stunning Four Mile Beach - we definitely won’t argue that. But there are many more special beaches around and there might be a…
3019. Residents raise concerns about drainage problems in new 22-lot subdivision at Newell Beach
Date: 12-10-2022
A new residential subdivision approved at Newell Beach has raised concerns among residents of flooding and drainage problems. Douglas Shire Council approved the 22-lot subdivision, new road and…
3020. Appeal launched to assist Douglas Shire community members at Christmas
Date: 11-10-2022
A Douglas Shire fundraiser was launched today with a purpose to ensure community members in need receive the gift of giving this Christmas. All monies raised from the Mayor’s Christmas…