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SCAM ALERT: Fake job offers targeting some of our most vulnerable

Job seekers across Douglas Shire are dealing with an increasing number of phishing scams disguised as employment offers in community and backpacker chat groups on social media.

YOU SAID IT! Croc on course snaps up lots of comments

JB Blockey -Need an Ate Iron to get out of that trap!
Denise O’Connor - This is possibly the same croc we saw whilst eating breakfast there!!!
Nicola Hood - Is that Mr Personality? Is he still around?

Meet Charli, Rocket, Tripod and T-Bone... green sea turtles playing a vital role

Charli, Rocket, Tripod, T-Bone and Little Foot are some of the names of many green sea turtles that call home to the waters surrounding Quicksilver’s Agincourt Reef platform (AG3).

Join the Forever Reef Project and find purpose like volunteer Acacia

Great Barrier Reef Legacy is calling on passionate locals to join a world-first conservation initiative - the Forever Reef Project, based at Port Douglas Marina.

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MAREEBA COMMUNITY HOUSING COMPANY

Mareeba Community Housing Company is recruiting for part time Housing Support Officer to join our Specialist Homelessness Support team in Mossman.

We are seeking highly motivated team member, committed to quality clients' services, willing to undertake professional development and actively participate in team environment.

Tertiary qualification working in the social services, health or education sector is desirable with essential requirements for the position - police check and Qld open licence.

Applicants require high level of communication and written skills, competent in the operation of Microsoft office products.

MCHC offer a supportive workplace culture, training and development opportunities, and attractive salary packaging arrangements.

Applications close on Friday 13th June 2025 with immediate start for the successful applicant. Selection criteria available from [email protected] Patricia Mareeba Community Housing Company

DAINTREE RAINFOREST TOUR GUIDE

Tony’s Tropical Tours is a family-owned, award-winning tour company based in Port Douglas. We are a tight-knit, friendly and supportive team offering flexibility and support throughout your working week. We believe we have the best tour guides in the region - just take a look at our TripAdvisor & Google reviews to see if you agree with us.

We are on the lookout for passionate and enthusiastic Tour Guides to join our dedicated and knowledgeable team.

As a casual Tour Guide, you’ll be spending each day with a group of new friends, showcasing the World Heritage listed Daintree Rainforest to small tour groups.

Our ideal candidate is the ultimate “people person” - you’re charismatic, engaging and a natural story-teller. You build rapport easily with new people ensuring everybody in your group feels welcomed, engaged and inspired. You have a passion for the natural world and an intrinsic curiosity to learn from the environment around you.

The World Heritage listed Daintree Rainforest is a tour guide’s dream backdrop, the rainforest really does speak for itself - we can train you up with plenty of interpretive stories, anecdotes and history of the region. Bonus point if you already have experience guiding in the Wet Tropics of Far North QLD!

We offer above-award wages, and we are flexible - we have plenty of hours available for the right candidate or we can work with your availability. Ideally you’ll have the flexibility to work weekends, public holidays, and during peak tourism seasons.

You will need a current Queensland Driver Licence and Driver Authorisation, as well as First Aid and CPR certificates.

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you - please get in touch!

Call 0429 993 230 or email [email protected]

Community Notices

Free Self-Defence Workshop for Girls 10+ and Women

Delivered by The Martial Path (with over 20 years of experience), this workshop is designed to help girls (10+) and women build empowerment and awareness through simple, strength-free techniques. The session also covers law essentials and includes a Q&A.

• Date: May 31st
• Time: 1 PM - 3 PM
• Location: Mossman Shire Hall RSVP is essential (20 spots available):
• Email: [email protected] 
• Phone: 0412 735 585

Additional classes will be held in June & July. Please note: sensitive topics may be discussed. See the attached poster for more details.

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 Mossman Show Ball [email protected]

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