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Newsport Alert Friday 01 May 2026
Council's trailer and boat blitz raises questions
Douglas Shire residents have questioned the council’s “crackdown” on trailers, caravans and boats parked in suburban streets, saying some streets are being targeted and council is potentially overstepping its authority.
YOU SAID IT! Ferry price rise approved
Lisa McCafferty - It's $16 return for the Burnspoint ferry in West Ballina. Same distance and its actually an ex-Daintree ferry.
IN PICTURES: Dusty takes junior training at the Crocpit
AFL great Dusty Martin has wowed the Crocs juniors at training this afternoon, posing for photos, signing autographs and helping out with training drills.
Song about life in Mossman all set for release
A Mossman-based music group is set to release a new song and video this month about their experiences growing up in the Far North Queensland Douglas Shire town.
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Panel Beater (Part Time)
Experienced panel beater
Flexible working hours
Award wages
Submit Resume to: [email protected]
OR 19 Sawmill Road Mossman
Debra Patterson
F.N.Q Bus LinesMossman

Bus Driver (casual)
Must have a current MR and DA
Minimum 4 hours per day – split shift
Award wages
Submit Resume to :[email protected]
OR 19 Sawmill Road Mossman
Debra Patterson
F.N.Q Bus LinesMossman

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