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Great Barrier Reef clings to "critical" status

The Great Barrier Reef is being let down by the Federal and Queensland Governments, says the Australian Marine Conservation Society (AMCS) which has warned they are falling short on their duty to protect the Reef

POLICE NEWS: Arrest after restaurant door smashed in to gain entry

A Palm Cove restaurant was broken into at about midnight last night, with three teenagers arrested following the incident.

Legendary Port Douglas Calcutta returns to The Surfy

A beloved social highlight for over 20 years, the Port Douglas Calcutta returns this Melbourne Cup Eve at The Surfy, marking its revival by locals after a brief hiatus.

Cape York support sealed with more new road

Another 2.6km of the Peninsula Development Road has been sealed, taking the total value of the Cape York Region Package to date to almost $600 million.

Port Douglas athletes riding high after surf carnival success

Port Douglas surf life savers have won more than 50 gold medals as Four Mile Beach hosted the Surf Life Saving North Queensland Branch Championships last weekend. 

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Annual General Meeting Notice to the public (AGM)

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GOLF OPERATIONS ATTENDANT

Palmer Sea Reef Golf Course Port Douglas is looking for an enthusiastic customer service oriented team member to assist in our Golf Operations Department with an immediate start for the right applicant. Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure exceptional service is delivered to members & guests at all times, • Assist in day-to-day golf operation • A willingness to be part of a team environment • Thinking outside the box and problem solving • Assisting with golf competitions and clubhouse events • Upholding operation policies and procedures

The successful candidate should be able to display the following attributes:

• Initiative and a willingness to work hard • Excellent Customer Service Skills • A can-do attitude and great sense of humour • Ability to work as part of a team or alone if required • Competent computer skills including Microsoft products • Ability to provide the best excellent customer service • Ability to be able to multi task • A keen interest in Golf would be helpful but not essential • A valid RSA is required

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 email current resume and cover letter to [email protected] Annual General Meeting Notice to the public (AGM)

RESERVATIONS CONSULTANT

Exemplar Coaches and Limousines is the leading airport transfer company in the Cairns-Port Douglas region,having serviced the area since 1993. We move upward of 150,000 passengers per year and are proud to be the preferred transport provider for the majority of domestic and international agents booking visitors to the region. Exemplar is also the exclusive transport operator contracted to the Cairns International Airport with desks at both the domestic and the international terminals.. Currently, we have a position available for a reservations consultant in our busy Craiglie office. This role entails taking bookings via email, the internet and over the phone. As such, we need someone who is friendly with a cheerful demeanour, is an excellent communicator with exceptional attention to detail attributes, is highly organised, a logical thinker with sound reasoning skills and enjoys working as part of a busy team structure. Competent computer skills are essential.

This is a part time position role with hours 3-4 days per week negotiable. Pay is above the award rate and 12% superannuation is part of the pay package in accordance with the Fair Pay Commission. We operate 365 days per year, as such, weekend and public holiday work is essential. Previous experience in the tourism sector is an advantage but not essential. All employees receive initial competency based training and ongoing training. Further professional development is on offer if requested.

If you have these natural attributes and developed skill sets, and would like to be part of an organisation with an enviable culture; we would love to hear from you. Please email your covering letter and resume to Sam at [email protected]

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MELBOURNE CUP CALCUTTA. 5PM 3RD NOV @ THE SURFY - SUPPORTING THE PD SURF LIFESAVING CLUB

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