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Outrage after spike in bird deaths

Commuters have shared their anger online about the deaths of magpie geese on Douglas Shire thoroughfares, including reports of a driver hitting and killing a magpie goose on purpose along Ferrero Road near Craiglie. 

SPORTS DIGEST: Sharks circle and a Muddies clean sweep

The Port Douglas Muddies Cricket Club had a clean sweep across the weekend, with all three teams winning in the lead-up to a finals campaign in two weeks’ time, with the last matches of the minor round all at home this week.

Multiple drug-related arrests after Douglas home raids

Four men have been arrested on drug-related charges following separate police raids across the Douglas Shire region on the weekend.

Exploring Australia's forgotten territory: The Coral Sea Marine Park

Few may have heard of the Coral Sea Marine Park, but for adventurer and author Peter Sayre, its vast waters and remote reefs have been both a home and a lifelong obsession.

Nicki Samson leads the next generation of real estate in Douglas

As a third-generation real estate professional Nicki Samson is continuing a long-standing family legacy at LJ Hooker Port Douglas. At just 25 years old, she’s following in the footsteps of her grandparents and parents while putting her own stamp on the industry.

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THIS WEEK 10 YEARS AGO

Familiar Faces: Wild for Oriel

Originally from Sydney’s Upper North Shore, Oriel Wild attended Hornsby Girls High School.  

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Positions Vacant

MECHANIC

Exemplar Coaches and Limousines is the leading airport transfer company in the Cairns–Port Douglas region. Our depot is located on the outskirts of Port Douglas. We currently seek a qualified mechanic to maintain our fleet of Toyota Coasters, Commuters, Hybrid Camrys, Hyundai I Maxes, BMW Five Series sedans and a range of single axle luggage trailers.

You must : • be a qualified vehicle mechanic with experience in light commercial vehicles, • possess a sound knowledge of Queensland Dept. of Main Roads and Transport (DTMR) regulations and requirements, • hold a Light Rigid (LR) minimum manual license, and • have the ability to perform light body work, mig welding skills would be advantageous.

We have a fleet of 25 vehicles, which demonstrates daily our high standards of safety and presentation. As such, the company mechanic ‘s role is an integral part of our team and the ongoing success of Exemplar.

The person we are looking for must hold these other attributes: • Have an eye for detail. • Be highly organised. • Have the ability to work in a changing environment . • Works well unsupervised • Communicates well. • Prioritises and has excellent time management skills

This role can be a full time position or an ABN contract, terms are negotiable. If you would like to apply for this role, please contact Sam or Cheryl on 07 4213 3333 or email your CV to Sam at [email protected] or Cheryl at [email protected]

FISHING GUIDE(S)

Looking for passionate fishing guides. Positions available for experienced guides and applicants passionate for fishing with minimal guide experience. Apprenticeship on offer, with support to get marine tickets. Long term career opportunity with flexible roster. Call 0499 105 880 / Email resumes to [email protected]

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Group Training

I remind you here that tomorrow we will do two totally free training classes so that you can provide yourself!! If you are interested we have a WhatsApp group and I will put you in (+61 450 444 714) Aitor [email protected]

LIGHT UP THE PARK

Event Details:
• Date: Thursday, March 6
• Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
• Location: George Davis Park, Mossman
• Extras: Free BBQ, games, and activities, including water games—bring a towel!

This event is a great opportunity to connect with the community, learn about local groups and services, and enjoy an afternoon of food and fun.

Thurs 6th March 2025 from 3pm - 6pm Brody Andrews [email protected]

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