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Douglas Shire's top citizens for 2026 revealed

A packed Port Douglas Community Hall crowd on Friday night witnessed long-time volunteer and educator Bev Gwynne crowned Douglas Shire’s Citizen of the Year.

FLOOD WATCH: Warnings as rivers across Far North Queensland full to brim

Far North Queensland commuters are being urged not to attempt to cross flooded rivers and creeks following ongoing heavy rains across the region.

Night works returning on one of Shire's main access routes

The Kuranda Range Road is set to be closed on weeknights from the middle of next month as work to fix the key arterial road following Cyclone Jasper damage in 2023/24 ramps up again.

Secluded beach near Cape Trib named one of Queensland's best

Mackay Coral Cay off the coast of Cape Tribulation has made a list of the top 10 most-searched-for secluded Queensland Beaches.

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LICENCED PLUMBER

Voerman Plumbing, located in Port Douglas, is seeking a dedicated and reliable Plumber to join our team. This role offers an immediate start for candidates who are eager to contribute to a positive work environment and deliver quality plumbing services.

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AIRPORT TRANSFER DRIVERS

Exemplar Coaches and Limousines is proud to be the leading airport transfer company in the Cairns-Port Douglas region. We are a family run business operating from Port Douglas since 1993. The majority of Inbound Tour Operators and agents prefer to use our services above others.

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Join us at Mossman Library on Saturday 31 January at 10:00am for a paranormal romance author interview with JB Thomas

JB will be chatting about his latest release, Heart Full of Storm, an MM paranormal romance steeped in mystery, desire, and tropical heat.

Set in the sultry backdrop of Port Douglas, Heart Full of Storm is a haunting tale where the air is heavy with longing, secrets simmer beneath the surface, and love may be the most dangerous force of all. Discover what inspired the story, the supernatural elements behind it, and what makes this book such a fun read.

A must-attend event for romance and paranormal fiction lovers alike who enjoy listening to authors spill the tea.

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