Newsport Alert Monday 06 October 2025

Animal welfare groups demand dingo protection

Paws and Claws president Michael Kerr has fronted the animal welfare group’s call on Douglas Shire Council for immediate cessation of lethal dingo control and public assurance against 1080 poison use.

Supporting local children in need with a day of racing and fun

The much-anticipated annual Melbourne Cup KIND fundraising event at The Sheraton Glade is just around the corner, serving as a vital reminder of why this day is so important for supporting local sick children and families.

Police Dogs sniff out high-risk offenders during Far North crime blitz

The Far North Dog Squad have helped locate several offenders, since the region launched a major crime crackdown on August 9.

A decade of Barbados – a new chapter begins

This year marks a very special milestone - 10 years of Barbados Port Douglas. Founded as a 3-year pop-up ahead of a proposed marina redevelopment, Barbados has since grown into a much-loved part of the Port Douglas experience.

Business of the day


Historical Society meeting

Date: Tuesday 7 October 2025

Time: 2pm - 4.30pm

Location: Mossman Support
Services, Mill Street


Food Gardening at CIRCLE
OF PLENTY

Date: Tuesday 7 October 2025

Time: 8am - 9am

Location: Circle of Plenty, Mossman
Botanic Garden, Mossman


Seniors Month at Douglas
Library 'Sketch to Shirt:
create your own wearable
art'

Date: Tuesday 7 October 2025

Time: 10:30am - 12:30pm

Location: Mossman Library


Trivia Night

Date: Wednesday 8 October 2025

Time: 6.30pm for 7pm - 9pm

Location: Club Mossman

Annual General Meeting Notice to the public (AGM)

Full Time and Part Time - Security Guard position

Mirage Villas Security is looking for a professional and dependable Security Guard to join our team in a full-time and part-time position.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform internal and external patrols to ensure a safe and secure environment.

  • Monitor access control.

  • Respond to incidents and escalate as necessary, following protocols.

  • Maintain logs and reports.

  • Work collaboratively with other security team members.

Essential Requirements

  • Valid QLD Security Licence.

  • Current First Aid & CPR Certification.

  • Must be located in Port Douglas or be willing to relocate.

  • Intermediate knowledge of Office 365 or above.

  • Must be able to work some nights and weekends on a roster.

  • A professional and presentable demeanor.

Send your resume to [email protected]

FULL TIME / PART TIME POOL CLEANER

We are looking for pool and spa technician to join our team. Port Douglas Pool Shop is a long running family business that has been servicing commercial and residential pools and spas in the region for over 20 years.

Three month visa applicants will unfortunately not be accepted.

All training will be provided for the right person and key responsibilities include:

  • Cleaning of swimming pools and spas in both residential and commercial environments

  • Water testing and adding of chemicals

  • Preparation of service reports via infield app

  • Observe and report pool equipment issues

If you have a current driver’s license, take pride in your work with a high level of attention to detail, great customer service and communications skills and the ability to work independently outdoors, please send your resume to [email protected]

FOR SALE: 2009 Crusader “The Manhattan” 24ft caravan in great condition, ready for your next adventure. $45,000 ono. Call 4099 6688.

Unit for Rent - Warner Street