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Farewell to a pillar of Port Douglas

He is known as the “man who shaped Port Douglas”, but who actually knew the real person behind the iconic Port Douglas property empire Tony McGrath Real Estate?

Cooktown fracas leads to charges and fines

A 46-year-old female, a 20-year-old female and a 19-year-old female female were involved in a street disturbance outside of the Cooktown courthouse on Friday, February 28.

Give the US a farewell salute

Surely, the members of the 75-year-old post-war US-led alliances must understand that the US’s role in security and the rules-based order is over, and act accordingly. Some are.

Push on to improve Shire water supplies

A $6.6m Crees Road water reservoir expansion is “essential” to improve the region’s water security, Douglas Shire Mayor Lisa Scomazzon says.

True Daintree real estate expert Mark Whitham helps buyers find their paradise

Mark Whitham has been with Raine & Horne Port Douglas for 14 years and knows the Daintree like a true local. Living north of the Daintree River with his family, he offers firsthand insight into buying and selling in this unique and beautiful region.

Locals invited to a festive St Patrick’s Day celebration as Ramada expands dining experience

Ramada Resort Port Douglas is inviting locals to join in the St Patrick’s Day festivities on March 17 with a specially curated Irish menu. As part of its ongoing effort to expand its dining experiences and engage with the community, new GM Damian Flynn and Executive Chef Glen Abell are leading the charge in creating memorable themed dining events.

Business of the day

THIS WEEK 5 YEARS AGO

Community rallies: Douglas businesses are still open

While the world is facing unprecedented uncertainty due to COVID-19, one message is being shouted loud and clear amongst Douglas business owners; “we are open for business.”

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Positions Vacant

FRONT DESK / SALES ADMINISTRATION

Raine & Horne are well respected, leading Real Estate agency within the Douglas Shire and we are in search of a new star to join our team as a front desk/sales administrator.

The is a dynamic role which consists of assisting the Sales Team with the preparation of the required paperwork for listing and selling property and administering the paperwork through our CRM system and Trust Account System.

You will be first point of contact for clients into the office and phone calls.

The role also requires sound knowledge and understanding of social media and digital marketing. Knowledge of CANVA would be an asset.

You will love this job if you are self disciplined with your time management and you have strong administration skills with knowledge of Microsoft office products

We are looking for a great communicator within a team and on the phone and a strong work ethic is essential with a genuine interest in Real Estate and Marketing.

Position is Monday - Friday - 9am - 5pm and occasional Saturday mornings to attend Auctions.

Position is located in our Port Douglas office

Email your CV to [email protected] by 5pm Friday 21 MARCH 2025

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

CROWN PRINCESS: Cruise Ship arrival - 14 March 2025

Inchcape have confirmed the booking for Crown Princess, scheduled to arrive in Port Douglas on Friday 14th March 2025:

Passengers: 3,100 Crew: 1,120

First tender with passengers is expected at 08:00 and last tender to depart at 17:15.

For more information visit https://www.cruisemapper.com/ships Crystalbrook Marina [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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