Newsport Alert Friday 08 August 2025

Beach-club-bar debate raging in parts of Queensland

Should European-style bars and clubs be allowed to be set up on Queensland beaches?

YOU SAID IT! 50 cents vs $50… the Douglas Shire difference

Jenny Naidu - As usual no benefit to remote areas!!

Angie Pangie - It's because there's no public bus system. Qld govt has forgotten about remote qld regions.

Data demonstrates a Great Barrier Reef crisis

The fate of the Great Barrier Reef is in the hands of the Australian Government, says the Australian Marine Conservation Society… and the decisions made in the next 12 months are the most critical.

All eyes on region’s biggest racing Carnival this August

The countdown is on for one of North Queensland’s most popular events, with the Cairns Super Carnival set to return in 2025, with more racing, fashion, and entertainment than ever before.

Business of the day

Free Information and introduction

Date: Saturday 9 August 2025

Time: 8.30am for 9.00am start - 12.00 noon

Location: Cooya Beach Dojo, 33 Bouganvillea St.

Daintree Bar Takeover: Mt. Uncle Agave Australis

Date: Saturday 9 August 2025

Time: 10pm - 12am

Location: Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, 168-190 Port Douglas Road, Port Douglas, Queensland, Australia, 4877

Miallo State School Trivia Night

Date: Saturday 9 August 2025

Time: 5pm - 930pm

Location: Miallo State School

Ash Grunwald

Date: Saturday 9 August 2025

Time: 6:00pm - 11:00pm

Location: Ellis Beach Bar & Grill

LOCAL TOUR EXPERT (Casual)

Are you passionate about the Daintree Rainforest, the Great Barrier Reef, and everything Tropical North Queensland has to offer? Do you love helping travellers plan unforgettable experiences? We want to hear from you!

The Daintree Shop in Port Douglas is on the lookout for a casual Local Tour Expert to join our small, friendly team.

What you’ll be doing: • Helping visitors choose the best tours and experiences in the Daintree, the Great Barrier Reef, and all around Port Douglas • Offering warm, friendly and knowledgeable customer service • Selling souvenirs and local products • Sharing insider tips and local recommendations to make each visitor’s stay extra special

Who we’re looking for: • A people person with great customer service skills • Ideally a local, or someone with strong knowledge of the region (or a quick learner!) • Friendly, reliable, and happy to work flexibly as part of a small team • Experience in tourism or retail is a bonus, but not essential

This is a casual role – perfect for someone who loves the region and wants to help others experience the best of it. Due to the extensive training involved with this role, we are looking for someone long-term.

Drop your resume in person or email us at [email protected]

Come and help travellers fall in love with our incredible backyard!

DELIVERY DRIVER

Delivery driver required 8-12 hours a week, MR & Loader operator license required. Suit semi retired person, or looking to pick up extra hours Rob Archibold Raw & More Landscape Supplies Cassowary [email protected]

AA meetings in Port Douglas are Open Meetings. Anyone is welcome to come along. We offer a warm, friendly and safe environment for anyone struggling with Alcohol.

We Can Help! Matt [email protected]