Recent Search

Search words under length of 4 characters are not processed.
3577 results:
---- BREAKING NEWS --- UPDATED MONDAY, Jan 9 2.07pm Smithfield Senior Sergeant Ed Lukin has just addressed media in relation to the ongoing search and rescue operation of a 54-year-old woman…
3562. Reef tours cope with strong winds
Date: 06-01-2023
Strong winds on parts of the northern Great Barrier Reef have eased off are expected to stay at more ‘normal’ conditions for the next week or so, after one major tour boat operator cancelled trips…
From live music to art exhibitions, here’s our pick of the best events to visit in the area this weekend! DJ TIGERLILY AT THE IRON BAR No one other than one of the biggest DJ’s in Australia will be…
Dianne Cilento actress, and darling of the British cinema, in the 50’s and 60’s always yearned to return to her homeland, Australia, and create a beautiful open air theatre amongst the fronds of the…
3565. Call goes out to support local
Date: 05-01-2023
Some caring friends and loved ones have bandied together in a bid to make life that little bit more tolerable for a family member who could do with a timely helping hand. Douglas Shire resident Lisa…
3566. Stunning wildlife shots
Date: 05-01-2023
An array of stunning wildlife has been featured in this round of Newsport ‘s photo competition. These are the best pictures according to our professional panel and the public. People’s choice…
3567. Sudden deaths, Cairns City
Date: 05-01-2023
Cairns police are investigating the sudden deaths of a man and woman at Cairns City. At the request of family, police attended their home around 10am on January 4 to conduct a welfare check. A man…
With our Shire being a number one tropical tourist destination, local hotels, resorts and accommodation providers play an essential role in our community. Every week Newsport keeps you up-to-date on…
3569. Rain eases after Wonga Beach downpour
Date: 04-01-2023
Wonga Beach residents had one of their heaviest downpours of rain in years earlier in the week – but the wet is expected to ease back briefly to isolated showers with clear, sunny conditions in areas…
Two Wonga Beach men behind the alleged serious assault on two Police officers just 48 hours ago will face Cairns Magistrate court later today. Police will allege that on January 2, around 10.30pm,…
3571. Panel to identify solutions
Date: 04-01-2023
An enlarged expert panel has been appointed to help identify more housing outcomes and options for renters, including those based around the Douglas Shire and throughout Queensland. Deputy Premier…
A mother and child can thank their lucky stars after a quick-thinking member of the public prevented a potential tragedy at an iconic local swimming hole. The pair were swimming in a section of…
3573. Accident prevention on agenda
Date: 03-01-2023
The State Government will bring together transport experts, stakeholders, and industry leaders in the coming weeks for a road safety roundtable after a tragic 12 months on Queensland roads including…
Up to $30,000 will be available to Cape York Peninsula’s eligible grazing land managers to help improve the condition of their property’s land and native vegetation. Cape York NRM is calling for…
Indigenous Australians Minister Linda Burney set the broad timeline for the referendum on the Indigenous Voice to Parliament at the weekend. There are two overwhelming reasons to vote Yes. The first…
That age doesn’t matter proves when looking into the sparkling eyes of Noela, who herself, still feels 85 years younger than her actual age. The beloved Kewarra Aged Care resident turned 102…
3577. Boy dies two weeks after crash
Date: 02-01-2023
A boy has died as a result of injuries sustained in a single vehicle crash that occurred on Sunday December 18. The boy was a passenger in a Toyota Landcruiser travelling on the Peninsula…