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Newsport Alert Monday 22 December 2025
Zhailen Fabellon & Newsport Publishing
December 22, 2025
YEAR IN REVIEW: Croc attacks dog, wharf jobs, tractor jail break
Leichhardt welcomed new federal MP Matt Smith as Labor swept the election, while a pet dog was attacked by a croc on Four Mile Beach.
Vigils held across Shire for Bondi victims
Despite wind and rain, Douglas Shire locals and other members of the Jewish community came together last week in an informal gathering to remember lives lost, and to pay respect to families impacted, in the Bondi Beach terrorist attack on Sunday, December 14.
As Port Douglas heats up, so do Heatwave festival ticket sales
This summer, Port Douglas will host its newest event, the Heatwave LGBTQIA+ Festival, running from 13-15 February 2026.
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Join Our Team – Experienced Gardener or Apprentice
Established in March 2015, Ghost Gum Gardening + Irrigation provides a wide range of services and expertise, including landscaping, garden maintenance, irrigation installation and repairs, and pressure cleaning. We are a well-established local business servicing the Mossman and Port Douglas areas and are seeking a motivated individual to join our team.
Position: Experienced Gardener or Apprentice Location: Mossman / Port Douglas Employment Type: Part-time, with potential for additional hours
Key Responsibilities: • General garden and lawn maintenance • Pruning, trimming, planting, and mulching • Lawn mowing, fertilising, and pest control • Irrigation installation and repairs (training provided if required) • Maintaining clean, well-presented outdoor spaces
Requirements – Experienced Gardener: • Previous experience in gardening or landscaping • Knowledge of local plants is an advantage • Ability to operate gardening tools and equipment • Strong attention to detail • Must hold a current manual driver’s licence • Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team
Requirements – Apprentice Gardener: • Willingness to learn and develop new skills • Interest in horticulture, landscaping, and outdoor work • Must hold a current manual driver’s licence • Reliable and committed to training
Why Work With Us: • Above-award pay • Supportive and professional team environment • Opportunities for training, development, and long-term career growth
To apply, please send your resume and a brief cover letter to [email protected]
GARDEN MAINTENANCE TEAM MEMBER
Team Member required to help with garden maintenance at Escape Villas, a luxury gated community in Port Douglas renowned for beautiful tropical gardens throughout the development. We offer above award hourly rate for the ideal candidate.
Key Duties: Lawn mowing, edging and whipper snipping Weeding, pruning, hedging and general garden maintenance Mulching and planting as per seasonal requirements Routine checks of outdoor areas to ensure property always looking its best Basic upkeep of supplied tools and equipment Reporting maintenance and/or safety requirements to Supervisor
The Ideal Candidate will: Be reliable, hard working and well presented Be respectful of other team members, guests and Villa owners Have the ability to work both independently and as part of a team Be able to manage time effectively Be physically fit as this is an outdoor position Hold a current drivers licence
To apply or to request further information please email [email protected]
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]
Please make sure to book at least 24 hours in advance.
Note: Transport is only available for trips outside Port Douglas.
Helping our community stay connected, one trip at a time!
