Newsport Alert Monday 13 April 2026

WATCH VIDEO: Feral pigs moving in across Douglas Shire

Reports of large numbers of feral pigs across Douglas Shire are continuing, with Newsport hearing from several readers in the past month about the destruction they are causing.

Sewage leak in Brinsmead, do not swim in Freshwater Creek

Cairns Regional Council advises that a sewage spill has occurred just downstream of Freshwater Christian College late Saturday evening.

Port Douglas Spa owner targeted in $60,000 international fraud spree

A San Francisco woman has been arrested following a luxury Port Douglas holiday where she allegedly charged more than $60,000 USD to a stolen credit card, leaving a local spa among the victims of the fraudulent spending spree. 

Businesses leaders plot to break Douglas Shire’s ‘Groundhog Days’

Moves are afoot to relaunch the Chamber of Commerce and “break Groundhog Day” for doing business in Douglas Shire.

Business of the day


INDONESIAN NIGHT @ 3Sixteen Bar & Bistro, RAMADA RESORT - Every Tuesday

Date: Tuesday 14 April 2026

Time: 5pm - 8pm

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


SOCIAL DANCING at Pullman Sea Temple

Date: Wednesday 15 April 2026

Time: 6:30pm - 9:30pm

Location: Pullman Sea Temple Port Douglas


TRIVIA NIGHT @ 3Sixteen Bar & Bistro, RAMADA RESORT - Every Thursday

Date: Thursday 16 April 2026

Time: 6:30pm - 8pm

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


Junk Journal

Date: Thursday 16 April 2026

Time: 2:30pm

Location: Mossman Library

RIVER TOUR GUIDE — CASUAL POSITION

Crocodile Express / Greater Daintree Wildlife Cruises
Upper & Lower Daintree River

We’re looking for an enthusiastic River Tour Guide to join our team 2–3 days per week.This role suits someone who loves the outdoors, enjoys meeting people, and can deliver clear, engaging commentary about:
· Crocodiles and river wildlife
· Mangroves and rainforest ecology
· Birdlife
· Local history and the unique character of the Daintree

Visit website to see more details.

PROPERTY MANAGER

Are you currently a Property Manager looking to work in a supportive environment with lots of training and job satisfaction?

Or are you looking for a change of pace? Are you searching for a new career or looking to try something new? Have you ever considered Property Management?

Do you like…
• A dynamic work environment where no two days are the same?
• Helping people and problem solving?
• Working in a place where your organisational skills and eye for detail will be appreciated?
• Working in a supportive team environment as well as being self motivated to work on your own?

Visit website to see more details.

ACCREDITED NETBALL UMPIRES NEEDED.
PHONE SHARON FOR MORE INFO
0435281953

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]

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