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3481. Fascinating guests endear themselves to Douglas Shire dingo enthusiasts
Date: 28-04-2023
Some wandering guests have endeared themselves to Douglas Shire residents with several locals having described recent encounters with none other than tropical dingoes across our beautiful…
3482. Gripping vote sees Nautilus Aviation's highly contentious DA gain approval for Port St
Date: 27-04-2023
Nautilus Aviation will have future waterside digs after their development application to offer scenic flights from a proposed Port St location got the majority vote at the latest Douglas Ordinary…
3483. Local couple fills transportation gap with affordable shuttle service and community focus
Date: 27-04-2023
Star Local Shuttle is shaking up the transportation scene in Port Douglas by positioning themselves as the most cost-effective option in town, while also offering an exciting promise of ‘free rides…
3484. Calls for Port Douglas or Mossman to gain more accurate, precise BOM weather radar
Date: 27-04-2023
Leichhardt MP Warren Entsch has thrown his support behind a Douglas Shire resident’s audacious bid for Port Douglas or Mossman to gain its own Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) automated weather…
3485. Waste of space
Date: 26-04-2023
Before we get to the present day let me take you on a journey through time. In March of 2022 Newsport carried out an investigation into a park that Douglas Shire Council was claiming to be Port…
3486. Expert accountant shares insider tips on tax planning for local businesses
Date: 26-04-2023
As a seasoned accounting professional, let me tell you that the final quarter of the financial year is not only a critical time for business owners but also presents significant cash flow…
3487. Doubts over depth and legitimacy of Cow Bay decapitated croc investigation
Date: 26-04-2023
The Department of Environment and Science (DES) has refused to confirm if a comprehensive, scientific examination was conducted on the carcass of a large crocodile found decapitated at Cow Bay nearly…
3488. Public transport petition stalls at Council
Date: 26-04-2023
Public transport advocate David Haratsis is frustrated that a petition he organised in favour of a proper public transport service linking Douglas with Cairns remains in limbo at Council, nearly six…
3489. Hundreds gather to honour, remember the fallen
Date: 25-04-2023
Hundreds of residents united this morning to pay their respects and honour the fallen at ANZAC Day services across the Shire. A large crowd gathered at the Mossman Cenotaph for the dawn service from…
3490. Junior Crocs get season underway, including new under-17s girls' team
Date: 25-04-2023
The Port Douglas Crocs’ junior Aussie Rules season is underway with our local sides, from under-9s boys right through to our new under-17s girls’ team all recently playing their first matches of…
3491. Local veteran reflects on life in service during ANZAC Day
Date: 25-04-2023
As we observe Anzac Day today, the memories of local senior Raymond Arriola come flooding back. The resident at Kewarra Aged Care Centre thinks back about the time he joined the services, at 16…
3492. Pink Sports Day Luncheon sells out within minutes after last year's smashing success
Date: 25-04-2023
Get ready for an unforgettable charity lunch that will warm your heart and make a difference as the Port Douglas Crocs bring back the Pink Sports Day on May 13th following last year's incredibly…
3493. Police call for witnesses after careless overtaking manoeuvre forces car into tree at Wangetti
Date: 24-04-2023
Douglas Police have called for witnesses following a traffic accident at Wangetti. At around 7.15pm Saturday night a blue Mazda 6 was heading towards Cairns along the Captain Cook Highway at…
3494. Iconic Port Douglas Carnivale ready to deliver another memorable festival next month
Date: 24-04-2023
A combination of riveting entertainment, mouth-watering food offerings and unforgettable music acts all on the doorstep of one Australia’s most stunning locations will make Carnivale once again a not…
3495. Douglas Shire residents to unite for ANZAC Day
Date: 24-04-2023
Locals will unite tomorrow to remember, honour and pay tribute to the fallen at annual ANZAC Day services across the Douglas Shire. This year will mark the 108th anniversary of the Anzacs' Gallipoli…
3496. Douglas shire unites as calls for donations to repay clinic passes $2000
Date: 24-04-2023
The rescue of Ocean, the lost and wandering Pretty Beach dog located by Jessie Goetze over two weeks ago, has been a shining example of community spirit and kindness. As it stands more than $2500…
3497. Construction marks start of Mossman splash park build
Date: 21-04-2023
Mossman's splash park is officially a step closer after excavation works for the project got underway a short time ago. The splash park is expected to open in August. Council contractors started…
3498. Mossman High students ‘dive’ into new term with unforgettable reef adventure
Date: 21-04-2023
With the Easter break now behind us, our local students are ready to jump back into the classroom, armed with new experiences and ready to tackle new challenges. For students at Mossman State High…
3499. Live the dream in your own private oasis
Date: 21-04-2023
Imagine waking up every morning to breathtaking views of Thornton's Peak, Snapper Island and Low Isles from your own private oasis just a stone's throw away from Port Douglas. This enviable and…
3500. Davidson St apartments less of an eyesore, closer to completion
Date: 20-04-2023
A new 10-apartment residential complex in Davidson Street, Port Douglas, is finally looking like it is heading towards completion – which many residents and businesses in the street will welcome…