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Warnings as baby bat season begins

The annual baby bat season has begun for Spectacled Flying-foxes as mothers settle into maternity roosts across Far North Queensland to give birth and raise their pups.

New sand bagging machines join flood defence

Two new sandbagging machines, capable of producing 600 sandbags per hour, are set to become a vital asset in the Douglas Shire’s storm readiness efforts.

Drama at the tip of Australia

A woman has been rescued from the most northern point of Australia, Pajinka, after breaking her ankle venturing to the popular remote destination.

Limited access to women’s healthcare spurs Port Douglas menopause workshop

Access to expert healthcare in the Douglas Shire can be limited, and many local women miss out on specialist guidance for menopause. With October marking Menopause Awareness Month globally, attention is turning to a major event in Port Douglas aiming to change that.

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Positions Vacant

RESERVATIONS CONSULTANT

Exemplar Coaches and Limousines is the leading airport transfer company in the Cairns-Port Douglas region,having serviced the area since 1993. We move upward of 150,000 passengers per year and are proud to be the preferred transport provider for the majority of domestic and international agents booking visitors to the region. Exemplar is also the exclusive transport operator contracted to the Cairns International Airport with desks at both the domestic and the international terminals.. Currently, we have a position available for a reservations consultant in our busy Craiglie office. This role entails taking bookings via email, the internet and over the phone. As such, we need someone who is friendly with a cheerful demeanour, is an excellent communicator with exceptional attention to detail attributes, is highly organised, a logical thinker with sound reasoning skills and enjoys working as part of a busy team structure. Competent computer skills are essential.

This is a part time position role with hours 3-4 days per week negotiable. Pay is above the award rate and 12% superannuation is part of the pay package in accordance with the Fair Pay Commission. We operate 365 days per year, as such, weekend and public holiday work is essential. Previous experience in the tourism sector is an advantage but not essential. All employees receive initial competency based training and ongoing training. Further professional development is on offer if requested.

If you have these natural attributes and developed skill sets, and would like to be part of an organisation with an enviable culture; we would love to hear from you. Please email your covering letter and resume to Sam at [email protected]

CASUAL

We are looking for a reliable and motivated person to join our team.

KEY REQUIREMENTS Basic Computer Skills Confident with money handling transactions Strong customer service and communication skills Reliable, trustworthy and a team player

WHAT WE OFFER Flexible hours Supportive team environment On the job training

If you are enthusiastic, friendly and enjoy working with people we'd love to hear from you. Send your resume with a cover letter to [email protected]

Community Classifieds

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

Community Notices

Douglas Heat Basketball Club Fundraiser – Pink in the Tropics

Join us on Sunday, October 19 at the Port Douglas Cyclone Shelter for a day of basketball, fun, and community spirit — all in support of Pink in the Tropics, our local Breast Cancer Awareness charity Douglas Heat Basketball Club Fundraiser – Pink in the Tropics

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