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Wildlife Habitat in Port Douglas is getting ready to launch a new 24/7 live stream, giving people around the world a close-up view of one of its most iconic residents; Airlie the Cassowary. The…
The Mossman Sharks continued their fine start to the season with a 22-14 win against the strong Tully Tigers outfit in Far North Queensland Rugby League action. Try scorers during the game, which…
The Port Douglas Local Ambulance Committee is calling for new members, warning that without fresh volunteers, the long-running community group may be forced to suspend operations after years of…
Savannah in the Round is excited to announce two powerhouse acts - Zac Brown Band and Jackson Dean - as the U.S. headliners for the 2025 festival set to come to Mareeba this October. With an…
BUSINESS FEATURE  More time, more options and even more reasons to visit! San-ti Restaurant and Bar has made some exciting changes to both their menu and their service hours, now offering 12…
It’s all paws on deck with three new Police Dogs (PDs) joining the ranks in the Far North District, including one general-purpose dog and two drug-detection dogs. Police dog DJ and his handler…
An overgrown park near the Daintree Village boat ramp has been mowed and tidied up by Douglas Shire Council workers following frustrations being vented by disappointed residents. Daintree Village…
Bridge repairs, road upgrades, remote laundries and the war on illegal tobacco importers are some of the Federal Budget measures that may directly impact Far North Queenslanders. The Federal…
1249. HOW WE SEE IT! To croc cull or not
Date: 29-03-2025
I am certainly no crocodile expert… and never have claimed to be, but I have a bit of knowledge about planned culls and population controls of species and the effects and impacts of such…
A new-look Reef Raiders rugby union team is looking to start the season in style tomorrow as the first round kicks off in Port Douglas. The First Fifteen features 10 new players debuting for the…
New restaurant Babal is set to open next week on Macrossan Street.  The concept behind the venue is to work with local producers to bring a fresh twist to modern Australian breakfast and…
READ THE STORY Solar Whisper Daintree River Crocodile & Wildlife Cruises It’s just the mad hatter party trying to desperately resurrect the “safer waterways bill “ which was thrown out the…
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has this morning called the next federal election for Saturday, May 3. Mr Albanese, who made the call the morning after Opposition Leader Peter Dutton’s budget…
Those intrusive green power boxes across the district are set to be transformed into works of art following an agreement between Ergon Energy and Douglas Shire Council. The two organisations have…
1255. Noah Range road restrictions lifted
Date: 28-03-2025
Travel restrictions at Noah Range have been lifted, granting motorists 24/7 access to the crucial stretch of Cape Tribulation Road for the first time in 15 months. Post-Jasper slip remediation…
Staying active isn’t just about movement, it’s about connection, laughter, and making the most of the beautiful surroundings. At Kubirri Aged Care Centre, residents are proving this through their…
Mossman students have been using their artistic skills to help combat bullying.  A group of Mossman State High School students took part in a poster-creation competition where the winners…
The push is on by the Douglas region’s top historian Pam Willis Burden to round up at least $12 million in funds to save the Mossman Mill and turn it into a “sugar museum” in a radical plan which…
Police have released vision of an ongoing search and rescue operation in Aurukun, after a 52-year-old man was reported missing late on Saturday evening, March 22. WATCH THE VIDEO Initial…
BUSINESS FEATURE  Perched atop Flagstaff Hill at 26 Island Point Road, the iconic Glass House has long turned heads in Port Douglas. Renowned for its bold design and breathtaking views, this…