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Trials set to test alternative farming options

An air seeder and liquid compost application are among new farming technologies that will be put through its paces in the Mossman area as part of a $1.25m project announced this week.

YOU SAID IT! E-Scooter crash highlights issues

Geoff Field “A nurse I know in Brisbane called them a public health nightmare. You should see the idiots without helmets zooming through the traffic.”

From little things, a big medical centre has grown

The new $14.8m Cow Bay medical centre has opened for business.

New Travel Planner app arrives to help you live your best life in Far North Queensland

A new app has been released by the Port Douglas Travel Planner with the aim of making life easier for travellers to make the most of the region.

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Douglas dancers make a return to the stage

Dancing is back in the Douglas Shire with Bodies In Motion Dance School returning to the stage once again.

Upcoming Events

Positions Vacant

CASUAL ON-CALL TRANSFER STAFF

Community Funerals is seeking staff to be available on weeknights (4pm-8am) and at weekends (24hrs) to assist with the transfer of deceased persons. Full training will be provided.

Staff are rostered on-call one week in three and can usually fit this work around a regular weekday job. You will be paid a daily on-call allowance and a generous $300.00 minimum call out payment. The applicant needs to have a full drivers licence, be well groomed, ability to work as part of a team, maintain confidentiality, physical fitness, willingness to work outside regular business hours and a compassionate and caring attitude.

If you are interested please email [email protected] detailing your work background, any relevant experience and any questions. Initial enquires by email only please.

QUALIFIED PLUMBER

Full time / $40-50 per hour

Briody Plumbing is a locally owned company, operating in Cairns for over ten years. We currently have a permanent, full time opportunity for a Qualified Plumber with experience in either of the following areas; Domestic, Commercial and Civil Plumbing. Qualifications & Experience • Valid QLD Plumbing License (QBCC) • Current QLD driver's license • Construction White Card • Must have own tools

Great company benefits.

If you are interested, we would love to hear from you. Please send your resume to [email protected]

Community Notices

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]

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