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Port Douglas Road cycle path works set to start this month and take three years

Work on a new $2.6m 3m-wide Port Douglas Road cycling-and-walking path from the Sheraton roundabout to about 300m past the Barrier Street roundabout is expected to start this month and take three years to finish. 

Cook Highway roadworks to stop for Easter, but some restrictions remain in place

There is expected to be a slight easing of roadworks restrictions on the Captain Cook Highway across the Easter period, starting this evening.

Daintree ferry is back on the river today - look away now if you don't want to know the price tag

It has cost a good chunk of a $1.8m damage bill, but the Daintree River Ferry is back up and running today to the relief of most people in Douglas Shire.

The art of slowing down comes to life at Niramaya Day Spa

In today’s fast-paced world, taking time out is more important than ever, a philosophy at the heart of Niramaya Day Spa, one of the region’s most refined wellness destinations.

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Community Notices

In Loving Memory of
Dr Louise Bleier
4pm Saturday 11th April 2026,
Rex Smeal Park, Port Douglas

Family, friends and patients of Dr Louise are invited to attend a memorial service to remember and celebrate her life, and her contribution to our community.

For comfort, please bring a picnic rug or chair. Umbrella or gazebo if light rain.

In the event of very wet weather, the venue will be Port Douglas Community Hall, Mowbray St (opposite Clink Theatre). Please check New Horizons for Health messages in Port Douglas, Mossman and Douglas Shire News and Views face book site for last minute updates.

There will be an opportunity speak a few words if you wish, or to ask our lovely host Anna Soltwedel to share them on your behalf. Please give your words to Anna before the service in person or by email at [email protected].

No flowers necessary on the day, thank you. Optional donation in lieu to KIND (at Kind.org.au) in recognition of Louise’s love of children.

We thank you all for your support at this time.

ACCREDITED NETBALL UMPIRES NEEDED.
PHONE SHARON FOR MORE INFO
0435281953

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