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3541. OPINION: More than a fistful of dollars
Date: 12-04-2022
If this election is to be about economic management and national security, – the Coalition’s supposed strengths – voters should question what those things mean and whether the Coalition does them…
3542. Raiders rule roost at home
Date: 12-04-2022
A week after their round one drubbing Port Douglas Reef Raiders have bounced back in the best way possible to trounce the Mudcrabs 43-5. Played under rainy skies in front of the Raider Park faithful…
3543. New Covid Outbreaks affecting schools in the Shire
Date: 12-04-2022
Recently the Far North saw a spike in Covid-19 cases as a result of the latest highly contagious Omicron BA. 2 sub-variant. The new Omicron strain seems to predominantly hit school-aged children.…
3544. QAS Morning Round-up - Tuesday, 12 April 2022
Date: 12-04-2022
Witta – single-vehicle rollover Paramedics are treating a stable male patient at the scene of a single-vehicle rollover on Maleny Kenilworth Road at 5.55am. Note: incident is ongoing at time of…
3545. White Crosses for this year's Anzac Day
Date: 11-04-2022
One of the failed campaigns during World War 1 – and still debated by school debaters and Churchill students – is the Gallipoli disaster. And when debaters meet to tackle whether Winston Churchill…
3546. Crocs too good for Tigers
Date: 11-04-2022
Perennial powerhouse Port Douglas Crocs have sent an ominous warning to rival clubs after belting regular cellar dweller North Cairns in their season opener in Cairns. The Crocs led 82-34 at…
3547. Mossman Sharks handed reality check
Date: 11-04-2022
Mossman has been handed a serious reality check after being ambushed by a hot Atherton outfit 40-4 in their round three clash at the local showgrounds. Following back-to-back wins against Yarrabah…
3548. Workshops to pave way for landmark action plan
Date: 08-04-2022
A move to position the Far North, including the Port Douglas/Mossman region as Australia’s Indigenous tourist leader has gained momentum with key steps in place to establish a specific First Nations…
3549. Covid in the Douglas Shire; did we get off lightly?
Date: 08-04-2022
Out of a population of over 12,000 in the Douglas Shire, 1,794 cases have been reported since the start of the pandemic. Did our Shire get off lightly or can it still get worse? Douglas Shire…
3550. Out and about this weekend with Newsport’s Events Guide
Date: 08-04-2022
Discover what’s on in the Shire this weekend with plenty of events to choose from. Friday 8 April Dj 2Nights at Daintree Bar Jimena Moraguez, a.k.a Dj 2Nigths is specialised in tech-house and…
3551. Volunteer heartbeat of club
Date: 08-04-2022
When you think of Port Douglas’ junior AFL scene it’s fair to say the ongoing work of a passionate and hard working local volunteer immediately comes to mind. Whether it’s attending numerous…
3552. So many past successes as Carnivale approaches
Date: 07-04-2022
The spectacular travelling Wonderland Spiegeltent, The Long Lunch and the Street Parade are often singled out as some of the signature events of the Port Douglas Carnivale which is being held over…
3553. Local teams chasing more success this season
Date: 07-04-2022
Newsport journalist Michael Warren has identified five points of interest ahead of another big year of local sport. Mossman sharks Tipped by many local league experts to claim last year’s CDRL…
3554. Residents urged to respond to energy survey
Date: 07-04-2022
Douglas Shire Mayor Michael Kerr is urging everyone to respond to a survey that will provide insights into current and future energy trends. Thousands of Queenslanders will have the opportunity to…
3555. Premier announces further easing of restrictions
Date: 06-04-2022
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has announced the further easing of COVID-19 restrictions. As of 1am, Thursday April 14, most venues that have been open only to vaccinated staff and patrons will be…
3556. A diva's view on Priscilla Queen of the Desert, the Musical
Date: 06-04-2022
What Global Pandemic? When The Show Must Go On. Imagine the scene – the stage is set, the curtains are drawn and the audience buzz becomes an anticipatory hush. The glitter is barely contained as…
3557. Netball season starting to heat up
Date: 06-04-2022
The opening pass of the local netball season is getting closer with the preseason nearly done, ahead of the official start after Easter. Those looking for some extra fitness, fun, or a bit of…
3558. Local artist Bobby Maguire releases brand new song
Date: 06-04-2022
Cairns singer-songwriter Bobby Maguire is back with his new single ‘Taken My Place’ in which he blends dark passion, thick bass and soaring vocals. Despite setbacks due to the pandemic, Bobby…
3559. Housing Minister Sukkar turns a blind eye
Date: 06-04-2022
The peak body representing Queensland Councils is bitterly disappointed the Federal Government has rejected a united call for a National Housing Summit to explore solutions to the housing…
3560. Police urges motorists to drive responsibly over Easter break
Date: 05-04-2022
Queensland Police have issued a timely reminder to Far North drivers including those across the Douglas Shire to drive responsibly throughout the school holidays and busy easter period. It comes as…