Newsport Alert Monday 02 February 2026

Croc sightings at Low Isles above "normal" numbers

Crocodile sightings at Low Isles over the past month appear higher than usually expected, with the State Government Environment and Science Department issuing multiple reports of sightings there dating back to December 28 and as recently as Sunday, January 25.

Market Accelerator grants now open to drive business

Applications are now open for the Market Accelerator Program, a targeted grants initiative designed to help Queensland exporters secure new international contracts.

PICTURE GALLERY: Spectacular January filled with colourful people and flooded landscapes

January in Tropical North Queensland had a bit of everything for local photographers, with floods, amazing fauna and spectacular scenery all on show.

Setting sail for new season with a strong tailwind

The Douglas Sailing Club is back in 2026 with a bigger and better events program and some huge future plans.

Business of the day


INDONESIAN NIGHT @ 3Sixteen Bar & Bistro, RAMADA RESORT

Date: Tuesday 3 February 2026

Time: 5pm - 8pm

Location: 3Sixteen Bar & Bistro at Ramada Resort, Port Douglas


Local history talk

Date: Tuesday 3 February 2026

Time: 1400 - 1600

Location: Mossman support centre, Mill St


TRIVIA NIGHT @ 3Sixteen Bar & Bistro, RAMADA RESORT

Date: Thursday 5 February 2026

Time: 5pm - 8pm

Location: 3Sixteen Bar & Bistro at Ramada Resort, Port Douglas


Bingo with K-Star

Date: Thursday 5 February 2026

Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Location: Club Mossman

LICENCED PLUMBER

Voerman Plumbing, located in Port Douglas, is seeking a dedicated and reliable Plumber to join our team. This role offers an immediate start for candidates who are eager to contribute to a positive work environment and deliver quality plumbing services.
Full time or casual position available.

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AIRPORT TRANSFER DRIVERS

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, work and pay, think about calling Exemplar.

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VOLUNTEER RECEPTIONIST NEEDED
WHEN: WEDNESDAYS,
1:00 - 4:00 PM
DUTIES INCLUDE:
GREETING VISITORS
ANSWERING PHONES
BASIC ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT
INTERESTED IN BECOMING PART OF OUR VOLUNTEER TEAM?
CALL 4099 5518 OR POP IN AND SEE US!
6 - 10 MOWBRAY ST, PORT DOUGLAS

Need a lift?
Facing transport challenges?

Our Community Transport Service is here to help!

Where can we take you?
We offer transport outside of Port Douglas, including destinations across the wider Douglas Shire and Cairns.

Cost:
Our service is FREE, though gold coin donations are always appreciated to help keep this community initiative running.

Ready to book your ride?
Call us on 4099 5518 or email [email protected]