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SHIPYARD SCHEME: Plan to bring back boat-building industry gathering steam

A multimillion-dollar development at the Port Douglas south wharf region is envisioned to create hundreds of jobs and reinvigorate the Shire economy.

Torres Strait malaria case has community on high alert

Malaria has impacted Boigu Island on the Torres Strait with one local resident on the most northern island of Australia contracting the mosquito-borne disease.

Cooktown woman arrested after service station ramraid

A 35-year-old Cooktown woman has been arrested after a truck ramraided a Yorkeys Knob service station.

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Big ships are big news for Port Douglas and Newsport Daily’s latest Free Print edition out today has the news on a bold plan to reboot a shipping industry in the Shire.

Keep an eye out for some flash cars on our roads this weekend

A prestige car rally is making its way into our Shire this weekend as part of a coastal drive from Mission Beach to Port Douglas. 

Council commits $1.5 million to Tourism Port Douglas Daintree

Douglas Shire Council has renewed its commitment to the region’s tourism industry by endorsing a new $1.5m funding agreement with Tourism Port  Douglas Daintree (TPDD) in what is described as a “strong vote of confidence” in the marketing of the region.

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NATIONAL ELECTRIC ANT ERADICATION PROGRAM COMMUNITY MEETING

11am , Sunday 8th June at Daintree Siesta, 1973 Cape Tribulation rd, Diwan. Updates on electric ant infestations in the Douglas Shire, learn how to reduce the risk of spread and book your free yard check

Positions Vacant

MAREEBA COMMUNITY HOUSING COMPANY

Mareeba Community Housing Company is recruiting for part time Housing Support Officer to join our Specialist Homelessness Support team in Mossman.

We are seeking highly motivated team member, committed to quality clients' services, willing to undertake professional development and actively participate in team environment.

Tertiary qualification working in the social services, health or education sector is desirable with essential requirements for the position - police check and Qld open licence.

Applicants require high level of communication and written skills, competent in the operation of Microsoft office products.

MCHC offer a supportive workplace culture, training and development opportunities, and attractive salary packaging arrangements.

Applications close on Friday 13th June 2025 with immediate start for the successful applicant. Selection criteria available from [email protected]

QUALIFIED PLUMBER

Full time / $40-50 per hour

Briody Plumbing is a locally owned company, operating in Cairns for over ten years. We currently have a permanent, full time opportunity for a Qualified Plumber with experience in either of the following areas; Domestic, Commercial and Civil Plumbing. Qualifications & Experience • Valid QLD Plumbing License (QBCC) • Current QLD driver's license • Construction White Card • Must have own tools

Great company benefits.

If you are interested, we would love to hear from you. Please send your resume to [email protected]

Community Notices

Douglas Shire Scarecrow Competition 2025

Get creative & join the fun! Build your scarecrow and send a picture to [email protected] Entries close on Sunday, 6th July. 3 Chances to win Winners will be decided by a community online poll. Tanya Morris [email protected]

Author Talk - Mossman Library Saturday 28th June 10:00 AM

Meet local paranormal and contemporary romance author Ali Lee, as she shares insights into her latest shifter novel, RAISE.

A busy mum of five kids, Ali’s love of reading inspired her to share her stories on online platforms such as Wattpad, where she connected with a vibrant community of fellow writers and readers. Now she is lucky enough to be able to share her writing with a wider audience.

Ali is a lover of sassy female characters, Alpha male types and all the enemies-to-lovers books she can find!

Join us for this free event, and register your attendance by calling 4099 9496.

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