Newsport Alert Friday 27 June 2025

Daintree Discovery Centre gets the gift of greater access

The Daintree Discovery Centre has celebrateds its 36th anniversary birthday, marking the moment with the official opening of a new 100-metre elevated walkway and two new technology-driven experiences that make one of the world’s oldest rainforests more accessible than ever before.

YOU SAID IT! Pain at the pump

Christopher Saint - I think an important point here is that 5 years ago the price difference was 4-5c/L now it’s is up to 22c - why? More price gouging probably, it seems to be spreading like an infectious disease up here.

Crocs to face up to former power of the AFL

The Port Douglas Crocs will have an extra headache to contend with when they take on the Cairns Saints in Cairns tomorrow - former AFL champion Charlie Dixon.

Funds for Far North operators impacted by tropical low

Tourism operators in North Queensland and parts of Far North Queensland affected by the early 2025 tropical low can now apply for assistance through the newly launched $4m Building Resilient Tourism Infrastructure Fund: North Queensland Tropical Low (BRTINQ).

Business of the day

Free live music weekend

Date: Saturday 28 June 2025

Time: 4pm - 7pm

Location: Barrier Reef Tavern

Quilt & Craft Expo: Airing of the Quilts

Date: Saturday 28 June 2025

Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm

Location: Mossman Indoor Sports Centre, Front St, Mossman

Tahlia Brain & Mark
Porter @ Ellis Beach Bar &
Grill

Date: Saturday 28 June 2025

Time: 1:00pm - 8:30pm

Location: Ellis Beach Bar & Grill

Yahdoh

Date: Saturday 28 June 2025

Time: 7:00pm - 10:00pm

Location: Club Mossman

Classifieds

Komatsu Diesel Forklift for Sale

Lift Capacity: 2,500 kg Features: Container mast, sideshift unit Hours Used: Only 3,760 hours Condition: Very good condition Location: 12 Reynolds Street, Mareeba Price: $19,800

Contact: Lane Machinery Pty Ltd
Mal Lane – 0400 657 058
Email: [email protected]

CASUAL SALES ASSISTANT 16-18 YEARS

4 months for busy Port Douglas store selling ladies fashion, jewellery, artwork and homewares. Monday to Friday 9.30 to 5. Must be well presented and possess good communication skills. Very happy work environment and award wages. Training provided. Please phone Anne 0427984140 Mrs Anne P Eldridge PORTOBELLA Port Douglas [email protected]

CABINETMAKER

M & R Kitchens have a FT position available for a Qualified Cabinetmaker in their Craiglie (Port Douglas) Factory. This position involves assembly of Cabinets that have been precut, bored and edged by the latest Italian CNC machinery and some site installation of small Kitchens and Joinery. FT Above Award Wages and Modern Award Entitlements Minimum 38 hours per week, plus extra hours available Modern Clean and Well Maintained Factory A Friendly Team Environment Established 37 years Call Mark on 0409 772 361 or email [email protected] 

Maxine Ferguson
M & R KITCHENS
Port Douglas

Don't Miss Our Chat with Crime Fiction Author Fiona Tarr Mossman Library Wednesday 9th July at 11:30 AM

Fiona's stories are captivating, bold, suspense reads featuring strong female leads, small, rural town settings and quirky Australian characters.

Free event
No bookings required
Any questions, please call 4099 9496
Douglas Libraries [email protected]

THE ADDAMS FAMILY

A musical comedy proudly presented by Cairns Choral Society. Two Douglas Shire residents sharing the role of Gomez. Over 75% of tickets sold for all 8 shows. It runs from 25th July to the 3rd of August.Don't miss out, go to lastcall.net.au

Stephen Bigby [email protected]