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Newsport Alert Monday 17 November 2025
Zhailen Fabellon & Newsport Publishing
November 17, 2025
Surprise surplus as Douglas Shire books balance out
A more than $800,000 budget surplus was delivered by Douglas Shire Council last financial year, despite council staff predicting a deficit in its revised budget papers.
Council seeks input to save our beaches from erosion
Douglas Shire Council is inviting residents to help shape a long-term strategy to protect two of the region’s most loved beaches from coastal erosion.
Clever young calculators take silver in QLD Mathematics Finals
It was a proud moment for Far North Queensland as a local team of young mathematicians claimed second place in the state at the 2025 Year 5/6 Mathematics Quiz.
Port Douglas police some of the first on the scene in Toyah Cordingley case
A more detailed picture of what happened during and immediately after Toyah Cordingley's death on Sunday, October 21, 2018, has been emerging during the first week of the retrial of accused murderer Rajwinder Singh.
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Missing from home at O'Callaghan Close Miallo since Saturday afternoon 15/11/2025: Female (Desexed), tricolour, Australian Shepherd, 12 years old. Shaz is a cherished member of our family. Please call Andrew on 0438 333 089 if you have any information.
Unit for Rent - Warner Street
REGULATED DOGS INSPECTION PROGRAM
Council will be conducting a regulated dogs inspection program from November through to May 31st 2026. This applies only to dogs subject to a regulation under the Animal Management (Cat and Dogs) Act 2008.
Please contact Council for further information.
Phone: 07 4099 9444 Email: [email protected]
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING NOTICE
Details: Jabalbina 2025 Annual General Meeting Contact Information: (07) 4098 3552 or email [email protected]
Full-Time Landscape Gardener
Are you the perfect fit for this role?
This opportunity is ideal for you if:
You are an Australian resident.
You have a passion for maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces, are physically fit, eager to learn, and enjoy hard work followed by time off for your favorite activities.
You love the outdoors and prefer weekends free for camping, fishing, and exploring what this region has to offer.
About Us: Green Leaf Garden Management has been a trusted name in the Douglas Shire for 20 years. During this time, we have established strong relationships with clients across various sectors, including residential, commercial, body corporate, resorts, and local and state government.
We specialize in landscaping, landscape maintenance, irrigation design, installation, and repair. Our commitment to high-quality work, innovative solutions, and exceptional customer service sets us apart.
What We’re Looking For: We are seeking a motivated new team member to join our landscape maintenance crew. While experience is beneficial, the right attitude and compatibility with our existing team are essential.
This role will involve collaborating with our landscape maintenance team on various tasks, as highlighted above.
Experience or qualifications in horticulture and landscape maintenance are advantageous, but we prioritize cultural fit, emphasizing:
A willingness to learn and adapt
Open and honest communication
Excellent customer service skills
Team-oriented mindset
Ability to work hard outdoors
Accountability for completing tasks
Alignment with the qualities that don’t require talent (Google it for more insight)
Where You’ll Work: Right here in the stunning Port Douglas area, based in Craiglie, serving the entire Douglas Shire.
Why Join Us?
Access to the right equipment and tools for effective work
Enjoy a variety of tasks and work sites each day
Be part of a professional team that shares a passion for the outdoors
Opportunities for TAFE training
Onsite training and support provided
Potential to earn more as you progress
Join a well-established local company
Enjoy a Monday to Friday work schedule with weekends off.
Interested? Please send a cover letter detailing why you would be an excellent fit for this position to [email protected].
GOLF CART AND GOLF SHOP ATTENDANT
Palmer Sea Reef Golf Course Port Douglas (formally Sea Temple Golf and Country Club) is looking for an enthusiastic customer service oriented candidate to assist in our Golf Operations Department.
Duties & Responsibilities
• Ensure exceptional service is delivered to members & guests at all times,
• Set an example of leadership for junior staff,
• Uphold and assist with development of operational policies, procedures,
• Assist with day to day golf competitions,
• Assist with retail operations.
The successful candidate will have:
• A passion for golf and excellence in customer service,
• Ability to work autonomously as well as within a team,
• Strong oral and written communication skills,
• Strong administration skills,
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks with competing deadlines,
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a professional attitude in order to ensure the service provided to members and their guests is of the highest standard at all times,
• Proven background in providing the highest level of customer experience
This position is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic candidate to be part of a growing team at one of our Australia's premier resort golf courses.
If this sounds like the role for you please apply via seek website or email current resume and cover letter to [email protected]
CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA
• When: Friday, December 5 | 3:00 PM – 8:30 PM
• Where: Mossman Showgrounds
• Details: Celebrate the season with local entertainers, fun competitions, Christmas stalls, carols, food, amusements, and more. Santa will be flying in at 5:00 PM, there’ll be free Santa photos, and fireworks at 8:15 PM to cap off the night! This is a collaboration with Douglas Shire Council and The Tin Shed.
COMMUNITYT MOVIE NIGHT - “How To Train Your Dragon” (2025)
• When: Friday, November 28 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
• Where: Dixie Park, Port Douglas
• Details: Join us for a free screening of How To Train Your Dragon (2025). Bring your own chairs or picnic mats. Popcorn and drinks will be available for purchase. This is a collaboration with Douglas Shire Council.
