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Housing-industry body concerned about possible tax-break changes in budget

The housing-construction industry is “on edge” ahead of the May 12 federal budget because the government has not ruled out changes to capital-gains tax and negative gearing, Housing Industry Association managing director Jocelyn Martin says.

YOU SAID IT! Council crackdown in our Shire streets

Amanda Haines - There simply aren’t enough residential properties with the space to accommodate things like caravans or boats. As a real estate agent, buyers are looking for this all the time and often they have to compensate by keeping their toys on the street - not by preference.

Themed months on the drawing board for tourist focus

A themed “seasonal series” monthly calendar of events is the latest idea by Douglas Shire traders and tourism-industry representatives to help promote the region.

Mossman youth secure funding for local celebrations

Young people in Mossman are spearheading local celebrations for Queensland Youth Week, which runs from April 11 to 19. The local events are funded by a new state grant program designed and applied for by residents aged 12 to 25.

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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.

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NET SET GO!
Games starting 21st April - 3:30pm
Port Douglas Sports Complex

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Our Community Transport Service is here to help!

Where can we take you?
We offer transport outside of Port Douglas, including destinations across the wider Douglas Shire and Cairns.

Cost:
Our service is FREE, though gold coin donations are always appreciated to help keep this community initiative running.

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