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Shire’s setbacks are not insurmountable

The Douglas Shire has faced its setbacks, but Cook MP David Kempton says he is committed to ensuring the Queensland Government is kept apprised of the situation and the needs for it to rebuild and is in the region on a weekly basis to do that.

Arrest after car crashes into Smithfield shopfront

A woman who drove her car through the shop window of a Smithfield business last Friday has been arrested for drink driving.

Paws and Claws prepares for tail-wagging reunion

As the team at Paws and Claws prepares for this year’s much-loved Pooch Party as part of Port Douglas Carnivale, excitement is quietly building, with a slightly different bark than usual.

Jardine River Ferry closure to cut off the Cape

Concerns have been raised by residents at the tip of Cape York that the Jardine River Ferry will be closed for a month for safety repairs and maintenance, cutting off the only access to the northern Cape.

Wonga Beach school celebrates end of a busy term

As the students of Wonga Beach State School wrapped up a term of hard work, they celebrated their efforts with a week packed full of exciting events, rewards, Easter treats, and more.

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Great Barrier Reef Marathon helps protect minke whales

The CANEGROWERS Great Barrier Reef Marathon Festival has been raising invaluable funds for the study and protection of one of Australia's most beautiful marine animals. 

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Upcoming Events

Positions Vacant

Casual Bar Person

Join a small happy team at Mossman Golf Club, a friendly members and visitors club if you are.

Well presented A permanent local A team player

We are offering 15- 30 hrs. per week depending on seasonal fluctuations. Shifts involve some late afternoons to early evenings, availability on weekends is required.

Flexibility and an understanding of working in a small team is a must.

An understanding of golf would be an advantage but not essential as we are happy to train the right candidate.

Please Forward CV to [email protected] Or Phone Mossman Golf Club On 40982089 Tuesday - Friday between 10.30am to 3.00pm

Ralf Middel Mossman golf Club

SALES SUPERSTAR

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Sales Superstar to join Ngarru Gallery. Ngarru Gallery is FNQ’s leading indigenous fine art gallery, internationally renowned for its high end collection. If you are....

• Well presented
• A permanent local
• Not afraid of hard work and physically fit And if you have....
• A high level of professionalism
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• An interest in the arts and a thirst to learn
• The ability to comfortably talk with all manner of people from all walks of life

We will be offering between 15-30 hours per week depending on seasonal changes. Availability on weekends and school holidays is imperative. Flexibility and an understanding of working in a small team is a must. If you lack experience but have a great attitude we will happily train the right candidate. This is a comprehensive and active role including sales, stretching paintings, cleaning, packaging, lifting. Please forward a cover letter and CV to Nicola at [email protected] Applications close April 24th

Community Notices

SEA CIRCUS is bringing 'A Wave of Wonder' to our next Light Up The Park event with a special live performance from 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM—a fantastic way to end the day! Event Details:

• Friday, April 11, 3:00 PM – 7:30 PM
• George Davis Park, Mossman
• Free BBQ, games, activities + water games (bring a towel!)

Lisa Laurin [email protected]

LIGHT UP THE PARK

• Friday, April 11, 3:00 PM – 7:30 PM
• George Davis Park, Mossman
• Free BBQ, games, activities + water games (bring a towel!)

Sea Circus is bringing 'A Wave of Wonder' to our next Light Up The Park event with a special live performance from 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM—a fantastic way to end the day! We’d love for you to come along to the event, and as always, we’re inviting local organisations, services, and businesses to get involved. It’s a great chance to connect with young people and the community, and to share what you do.

Lisa [email protected]

Public Notices

LOOKING FOR AN IDEAL SPACE TO RUN FITNESS CLASSES, WORKSHOPS, PERSONAL TRAINING?

It's My Time Fitness, Mossman Showgrounds, has availability for use of our spacious air conditioned premises, on a casual regular basis. There are flexible options for room hire only, or offering classes promoted on our club timetable.

Our club features gym mat flooring throughout, some fitness equipment, toilet facility, kitchen and limited storage. We are ideally located in the fitness precinct next to the oval, with adjacent undercover areas, so you can utilise the outdoors as well as indoors.

The space would suit (but not limited to) Pilates, Fitness circuits, Boxing for fitness, Self Defence, Kids classes, Meditation....the choice is yours.

Interested? Please contact Yvette Le Griffon 0408 010 570 or email: [email protected] to enquire or arrange an inspection.

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