Newsport Alert Friday 10 October 2025

Jabalbina shelves Daintree training village development

Plans by Jabalbina Yalanji Aboriginal Corporation to build a youth training centre across the river from Daintree Village have been withdrawn.

YOU SAID IT! Issues build for social housing development

Jancy-Leigh Marrion - Let's stop bagging out Douglas Shire Council - it has nothing to do with them. As for the Raintree - I'm as GREEN as anyone could be & don't like any trees being axed but folks, do your homework on this species. It's too late to object to projects/developments once they have commenced.

Wild wins for Wild Turkey in Marlin Challenge

The 2025 Port Douglas Marlin Challenge tournament is officially done and dusted… and it was a “nail biter”.

Local businesses give possums a place to crash

Local possums and gliders are finding safe, cosy homes thanks to a new nest box program that unites the community, businesses, and conservation efforts.

Business of the day


Reggae Roots Festival

Date: Saturday 11 October 2025

Time: 4:00pm - 10:00pm

Location: Ellis Beach Bar & Grill


Abi Muir @ Ellis Beach
Bar & Grill

Date: Sunday 12 October 2025

Time: 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Location: Ellis Beach Bar & Grill


TROPTOBERFEST

Date: Sunday 12 October 2025

Time: -

Location: Hemingway's Brewery


Digital Skills for Older
Australians

Date: Monday 13 October 2025

Time: 10:30am - 12:30pm

Location: Mossman Library

Annual General Meeting Notice to the public (AGM)

RESERVATIONS CONSULTANT

Exemplar Coaches and Limousines is the leading airport transfer company in the Cairns-Port Douglas region,having serviced the area since 1993. We move upward of 150,000 passengers per year and are proud to be the preferred transport provider for the majority of domestic and international agents booking visitors to the region. Exemplar is also the exclusive transport operator contracted to the Cairns International Airport with desks at both the domestic and the international terminals.. Currently, we have a position available for a reservations consultant in our busy Craiglie office. This role entails taking bookings via email, the internet and over the phone. As such, we need someone who is friendly with a cheerful demeanour, is an excellent communicator with exceptional attention to detail attributes, is highly organised, a logical thinker with sound reasoning skills and enjoys working as part of a busy team structure. Competent computer skills are essential.

This is a part time position role with hours 3-4 days per week negotiable. Pay is above the award rate and 12% superannuation is part of the pay package in accordance with the Fair Pay Commission. We operate 365 days per year, as such, weekend and public holiday work is essential. Previous experience in the tourism sector is an advantage but not essential. All employees receive initial competency based training and ongoing training. Further professional development is on offer if requested.

If you have these natural attributes and developed skill sets, and would like to be part of an organisation with an enviable culture; we would love to hear from you. Please email your covering letter and resume to Sam at [email protected]

CASUAL

We are looking for a reliable and motivated person to join our team.

KEY REQUIREMENTS Basic Computer Skills Confident with money handling transactions Strong customer service and communication skills Reliable, trustworthy and a team player

WHAT WE OFFER Flexible hours Supportive team environment On the job training

If you are enthusiastic, friendly and enjoy working with people we'd love to hear from you. Send your resume with a cover letter to [email protected]

FOR SALE: 2009 Crusader “The Manhattan” 24ft caravan in great condition, ready for your next adventure. $45,000 ono. Call 4099 6688.