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Setbacks and sewage works for Port Douglas Splash Park

Monsoonal weather has pushed back the completion date of the Port Douglas Splash Park to August, as work takes place to install a new sewer system at the site later this month.

New direct flights to Fiji

Far North Queenslanders can now fly direct to Fiji on Fiji Airways after the airline this week started a new service.

YOU SAID IT! Questions raised about Marina plans

David Haratsis - Albo's currently in Cairns. Did anyone invite him an hour up the broken road that hasn't been repaired for 18 months? To look at the dilapidated Marina that was once the jewel in the crown?

Promise to fund most of new disaster-recovery centre

A $5.77m disaster coordination centre in Douglas Shire will mostly be funded by the federal government if the LNP gets into power at the May 3 federal Election, the Leichhardt candidate has promised.

Farm deaths on Federal Election agenda

Farm safety is on the agenda for the Federal Election with the Leader of The Nationals, David Littleproud, saying a future Coalition Government will provide $2.5 million over three years for farm safety, by supporting Farmsafe Australia and the delivery of the National Farm Safety Education Fund Strategy.

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Wicked Campers raises controversy again in Port Douglas with sexual slogans

Controversial hire-van company Wicked Campers has again raised the ire of Port Douglas residents after one of their vans was spotted in Macrossan Street emblazoned with profanity. 

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Fulltime AND Casual (Weekend work essential) Come and join our professional team!

Casual OR Full-Time position available to an experienced tourism/hospitality professional. Reservations, property management. Exceptional customer service skills Previous reservations/front office experience a plus Confident communicator High quality computer skills Problem solving Own vehicle Training provided Opportunities to grow into other roles

Full Time: 9am until 5pm daily Casual: 30+ hours per week (Flexible days however weekend work essential – Please do not apply if not available to work weekends) Public Holidays (When required) Above award package

Contact Chris on 4099 1340 or email resumes to [email protected]

Casual Bar Person

Join a small happy team at Mossman Golf Club, a friendly members and visitors club if you are.

Well presented
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We are offering 15- 30 hrs. per week depending on seasonal fluctuations. Shifts involve some late afternoons to early evenings, availability on weekends is required.

Flexibility and an understanding of working in a small team is a must.

An understanding of golf would be an advantage but not essential as we are happy to train the right candidate.

Please Forward CV to [email protected] Or Phone Mossman Golf Club On 40982089 Tuesday - Friday between 10.30am to 3.00pm

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Community Notices

POSTPONED: SEA CIRCUS is bringing 'A Wave of Wonder' to our next Light Up The Park event with a special live performance from 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM—a fantastic way to end the day!

Event Details:
• Friday, April 11, 3:00 PM – 7:30 PM
• George Davis Park, Mossman
• Free BBQ, games, activities + water games (bring a towel!)

A new date will be shared soon.

Lisa Laurin [email protected]

Mossman Show Ball - book now at Ives Mensland or email us and pay via bank transfer.

Mossman Shire Hall - 3 course meal and live music $90.00 per person 21st June 2025

Contact: [email protected] or phone Lara on 0412 027 233

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Mossman Junior Rugby League is looking for a couple of players in the the U12, U13, U15 & U16 squads. Come along on Thursday at the Mossman Showgrounds 5-6pm

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