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WATCH THE VIDEO: Daintree Village locals push for overgrown park to be better maintained

Frustrated Daintree Village locals say they have requested for Douglas Shire Council to cut back overgrown weeds and shrubs that have become an eyesore at the town’s boat ramp.

SPORTS DIGEST: Pair of mud crabs through to the big dance

Excitement has been building at the Port Douglas Muddies cricket club this week, with the club’s top two teams set to play in grand finals at Cazalys sports stadium in Cairns on the weekend - providing the weather holds off.

FLOOD WATCH: Bushy Creek flooding cuts Mount Molloy Road

The Bushy Creek Bridge on Mount Molloy Road is currently flooded following persistent rain across Douglas Shire during the past 4-5 days.

BREAKING NEWS: Hung jury means new trial to take place in Toyah Cordingley murder case

A Supreme Court of Queensland jury in the trial of Rajwinder Singh for the murder of former volunteer Toyah Cordingley on a Wangetti Beach in 2018 was today discharged after it could not come to a unanimous decision.

Irish eyes were smiling in Port Douglas last night

Even the wet weather could not dampen the Irish party spirit as Saint Patrick’s Day was celebrated in fine style across Port Douglas venues yesterday.

Plan to bring cane back to Queensland classrooms

CANEGROWERS, the peak body for Queensland's sugarcane industry, has launched a new suite of curriculum-aligned educational resources designed to inspire and educate the next generation about one of Australia’s most enduring and forward-thinking industries – sugarcane.

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THIS WEEK 5 YEARS AGO

Weekly Tai Chi class best medicine for Josephine

Renowned local Josephine Matthews is finding a free weekly Tai Chi class in Port Douglas is the best medicine to boost her lifestyle.

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FRONT OFFICE RECEPTIONIST | GUEST SERVICE OFFICER – HOLIDAY RENTALS

Location: Port Douglas Employment Type: Full-Time, 5 days a week (must be available weekends)

Holiday Rental Specialists Port Douglas Getaways is a boutique real estate agency that specialises in holiday rentals. With over 60 handpicked properties under management, we offer the premier choice of luxury holiday homes, villas and apartments. Family owned and operated, Port Douglas Getaways has exclusively serviced the beachside region for over 25 years.

Position Overview We are seeking a professional and customer-focused Front Office Receptionist – Guest Service Agent to join our team. This role is responsible for assisting with front office operations, handling guest inquiries and reservations, and ensuring a seamless guest experience. The ideal candidate will have strong administrative skills, the ability to work both independently and within a team, a positive solution-focused attitude and a friendly personality.

Key Responsibilities: • Manage daily front office operations, including answering phone calls, responding to emails, guest enquiries and reservations. • Manage check-ins/check-outs, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. • Provide guest support and coordinate with housekeeping and maintenance. • Maintain records, reservations systems and financial transactions. • Assist with invoicing and reconciling financial records to ensure compliance. • Work collaboratively to support a positive and efficient team environment.

Skills & Experience: • Experience in front office, property management, or hotel reservations preferred. • Familiarity with Resly and booking platforms (Stayz, Airbnb, Booking.com) beneficial. • Strong administrative skills, proficiency in office software, and reservation systems. • Excellent communication, customer service, and organizational skills. • Ability to multitask, work independently, and adapt to changing priorities. • Professional, friendly, and well-presented. • Availability for weekends, public holidays, and immediate start.

Additional Information: • Must be an Australian permanent resident and reside in Port Douglas. • Five-day workweek, including weekends. • Competitive salary and opportunity to be part of a locally owned and operated business.

Ready to join us? Send your resume to [email protected]

AIRPORT TRANSFER DRIVERS

Exemplar Coaches and Limousines is proud to be the leading airport transfer company in the Cairns-Port Douglas region. We are a family run business operating from Port Douglas since 1993. The majority of Inbound Tour Operators and agents prefer to use our services above others. We also service many local hotels in Port Douglas, Palm Cove and Cairns and the general public.

It is company policy to have a narrow and expert focus on airport transfers only. Exemplar is not distracted with local town shuttles and the personal life disruption that has for drivers. Our drivers can plan their lives around work with set weekly rosters and daily manifests received by 5pm the day before work. If you are a driver already, and want some certainty regarding your daily life and work, think about calling Exemplar.

Our head office and depot is located in Craiglie, as such, we currently seek airport transfer drivers who reside in the Port Douglas and Mossman area. These positions are part time permanent with extended hours up to fulltime equivalent if required. All superannuation and entitlements apply as per the National Employment Standards.

Exemplar has a sound reputation as a fair and equitable employer in our region. If you want to be part of our progressive organisation, you must be friendly, people focused, flexible with your hours, well groomed, reliable and demonstrate a keen work ethic. You must demonstrate a safe driving record and hold a current Driver's License (LR min) and Qld. Driver's Authorisation (DA). Training is provided.

Please note that driver’s must hold these mandatory qualifications before applying. Backpackers need not apply.

If you would like to enquire or apply please contact Sam on [email protected] or Cheryl on [email protected] or call 4213 3333 and ask for Sam or Cheryl.

Community Notices

Tracy Gibson [email protected]

Notice of Annual General Meeting

All members are advised that an annual general meeting of the members of Mossman State School Parents and Citizens’ Association will take place as follows:

Time: 3:30pm

Date: Thursday, March 20 2025

Place: Reading Room of Mossman State School Library

AGM will be followed by the March General Meeting.
Mossman State School P&C [email protected]

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