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Her trusty but weathered pram is on its last legs but that didn’t stop Sarah Barnett from returning to our region with even greater strength. Fearlessly taking on the notorious Bloomfield Track…
Some extremely observant lifeguards alerted Police to two rather bizarre, unique and whacky finds a short time ago at a neighbouring Port Douglas beach. Just 48 hours ago the lifeguards called for…
Mystery has deepened surrounding a search conducted on Four Mile Beach in Port Douglas on Saturday. More than 11 SES volunteers working together in a direct line were spotted combing the sand for…
Kye Chapple can lay claim to have enjoyed one of the best careers in country footy after achieving a stunning milestone for his beloved Port Douglas Crocs in their game against the Cutters this…
Nature enthusiasts and hobbyists alike have reason to rejoice as a captivating property emerges in the heart of the Daintree Rainforest, offering a serene retreat amidst tropical foliage. This…
3026. Dog day afternoon
Date: 28-07-2023
In a nail-biting encounter on the bustling main road near IGA and Wildlife Habitat in Port Douglas just a short time ago two dogs with Council tags on their collars were spotted running wild,…
After a decade of proudly growing his dreadlocks, Clancy, a staff member at the Port Douglas Bike Shop, bid farewell to his iconic hairstyle in support of someone dear to him battling leukaemia. …
As our beloved seniors embrace life's golden chapter this week’s seniors wrap showcases stories of dreams coming true, blossoming friendships and cherished childhood memories. EMBRACING DREAMS WITH…
A teenager suspected of allegedly committing a large number of break-ins at residences between Mossman right through to Edmonton over the past month has been arrested. A short time ago Police…
Douglas Shire adventurers and nature lovers alike could potentially enjoy and set foot on the first section of the much-awaited Wangetti Trail from Palm Cove Jetty to the Ellis Beach foreshore,…
3031. 2024 - the year of Fairmont?
Date: 27-07-2023
The developer behind the denied development application to construct the five-star Fairmont resort in Port Douglas has indicated when the first sod will be turned. Chiodo Corporation’s Paul Chiodo…
With over a decade of experience in the accounting industry, I can confidently say there has never been a more important time for businesses to be both aware and up-to-date with their superannuation…
COMMENT Prime Minister Anthony Albanese should not abandon the Voice referendum – at least not yet. But if the polls continue their present trend, he will have to seriously consider it. The choice…
A Newsport reader has recently expressed concerns regarding the state of mental health facilities at hospitals in Mossman, Julatten, and Mareeba. The concerned Newsport reader observed a significant…
It’s the asset that keeps Douglas Shire staff awake at night and one, Councillors are hellbent on trying to get rid of once and for all. Council bought the big grey elephant – the Daintree Ferry,…
The Douglas Shire Sustainability Group – DSSG – has preferred to remain silent in response to further questions we put to the organisation over its funding for court cases and other…
Two vehicles have been stolen from Port Douglas in two days and police are seeking public assistance to help locate them. The two, a Great Wall and a Subaru, are one of several stolen over the past…
The strained working relationship and divisiveness between Mayor Michael Kerr and some of his Councillors shows no signs of abating after another at times tense and somewhat charged latest Douglas…
An expert has implored Douglas Shire Council to erect new warning signs as a matter of priority after some members of the public were viewed getting too up close and personal with local tropical…
Douglas Shire Council has rejected any suggestion that it might have forced rough sleepers away from sheltering under the Foxton Bridge at Mossman, by placing large rocks there. After Newsport…