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BREAKING NEWS: Ol Mate Fisherman Found

Ol Mate Fisherman, the missing makeshift Captain Cook Highway statue which captured hearts across the region this month has been found face down in a ditch just metres from the rocky outcrop he stood upon.

Tourism operator anger as falls fall victim to front page splash

Local business owner and tourism operator Andy Garrity has moved to shut down any suggestion Cassowary Falls is linked to a spate of waterfall deaths after an image of the place he hosts hundreds of tourists annually at was splashed on a front page news story last week with the headline “Dire Warning”.

SPORTS DIGEST: Muddies winning streak comes to an end

The winning streak has come to an end for the 2nd Grade Port Douglas Muddies cricket team after a heartbreaking five-run loss on Sunday.

DRAMATIC FOOTAGE: Mareeba police chase ends with 10 youths arrested

Officers from the Tablelands Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB) charged 10 young people with more than 50 offences on Friday, February 14.

Inaugural tourism sustainability report documents priorities

Tourism Tropical North Queensland (TTNQ) has published its first annual Sustainability Report charting the extensive work undertaken to guide the industry towards reducing carbon emissions and contributing to the local environment and community.

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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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Every Tuesday afternoon from 1:15 to 3.45, immerse yourself in the joy of gardening and community at the Port Douglas Neighbourhood Centre. We're cultivating a garden of love and care for all to share.

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