Savannah Sounds headline act Jon Stevens says he is ready to bring “hit after hit after hit” to Port Douglas this Saturday night as part of Carnivale 2026.
Speaking to Newsport in the lead-up to…
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Aussie rock legends Dragon are set to close out the Savannah Sounds festivities this Sunday, May 24. Newsport caught up with frontman Mark Williams to chat about his history…
The iconic Port Douglas Sugar Wharf was buzzing on Monday night, May 18, as locals and visitors gathered for the opening of the Go Troppo exhibition by Port Douglas Artists Inc.
Kicking off the…
The Mossman Sharks junior teams hosted their first home game of the season on the weekend, welcoming five clubs for a huge day of rugby league.
The fields were transformed into about eight mini…
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Border security is a strong focus of this year’s Federal Budget, with illegal foreign fishing, border patrols and increased background checking all receiving millions in funding.
Close to…
As the soccer World Cup hits full stride in the US, Canada and Mexico, a pair of Douglas Shire locals are celebrating the sporting fans’ trip of a lifetime.
Michael Perry and friend Daniel O’Brien…
Transport and Main Roads has issued a plea to motorists to back off the abuse of traffic controllers overseeing works on Captain Cook Highway, saying some actions are putting lives in danger.
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One of Port Douglas’ most popular wedding locations has become an even more attractive place to tie the knot following the completion of upgrade works at Little Cove.
Council said, “I…
The Port Douglas Crocs women had their third win of the season, easily accounting for Manunda Hawks away from home, 5.8 (38) to 1.4 (10).
Played at Cazalys Stadium in Cairns, Port Douglas began…
A strong emphasis on helping protect Australia’s northern coastline is a feature of this year’s Federal Budget, released last week.
The Federal Government is aiming to provide $600m across four…
A new art exhibition has opened today in Port Douglas to coincide with Carnivale week.
Tropical Spectrum showcases a host of local artists from across Douglas Shire who are involved with the DAB…
If you thought retirement meant slowing down, the Probus Club of Port Douglas and District is here to politely, and energetically, prove you wrong.
Recently, the organisation celebrated a…
The spirit of the Douglas Shire is heading back to the tracks this month as the Yalanji Run and Walk (RAW) enters its second year.
Set for Saturday, May 30, at the Mossman Gorge Cultural…
The Federal Government will continue to commit more money to trying to stamp out the multiple spotfires of illegal tobacco importation and sales.
This includes $14m to “boost the states’ and…
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Port Douglas came in at number two in Australian Traveller’s list of 100 Best Towns to Visit in 2026 and this weekend is our chance to show why we deserve the top spot next…
From food truck sell-outs to state-level science stars, the Douglas Shire is buzzing this school term.
Generations connect at Port Douglas State School
Community bonds are flourishing at Port…
Police are appealing for witnesses after an incident last month where a man’s fishing equipment was thrown into the water at Rex Smeal Park in Port Douglas.
Several videos have been doing the…
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Rosie Wang
His manner might have been brusque but he deeply cared for his patients - such a loss to the community. I saw him last…
Works on the new bigger and better Daintree Ferry are kicking off, with upgrades to the road approaches north and south of the river set to continue to November.
A Kuku Yalanji smoking ceremony…
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