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Second stage of industrial estate back on the drawing board

The heavy machinery may soon start moving around Craiglie Business Park Stage Two, with fresh plans for a more than $1.2m 31-lot industrial subdivision submitted to Douglas Shire Council this month.

Alone contestant aiming to make more friends in Port Douglas

A former contestant of the Alone TV show who spent 86 days living by herself in the Patagonian mountains has visited Port Douglas with a view to running retreats and workshops here.

Inside Douglas Shire’s small business scene

The Douglas Shire is full of clever makers, creative thinkers, and small businesses who pour their heart into what they do. Make It in Douglas is our new spotlight celebrating the best small businesses, local shopping, flavours, and experiences across the region.

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Newsport is the Douglas Shire’s premium free fortnightly paper and online news platform. Located in Port Douglas and locally owned and operated for 15 years, we’re a trusted source of news for Far North Queensland from Cairns to Cooktown. We focus on the stories and people that matter most, keeping our community informed and connected.

We’re growing and looking for a Marketing Coordinator who thrives in a fast‑paced, community‑focused environment. If you enjoy variety, love working with local businesses, and keep projects moving with ease, this role is a great fit.

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FNQ Solicitors is a property based law firm in North Queensland which delivers high quality legal services in a professional manner that achieves our client's best outcome.

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You will provide specialised paralegal and administrative support to solicitors in our firm.

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COMMISSIONING SERVICE FOR RI INSTRUCTORS & CHAPLAINS
Sunday 22nd Feb Douglas Shire Combined Churches invite you to the Seventh-Day Adventist Church, Alchera Drive, Mossman to bless our schools and families.
This is followed by a light supper.
Contact: 0408 774091

WORLD DAY OF PRAYER 2026 - NIGERIA
Friday 6th Mar 9:30am Mossman Assembly of God Church, 41 Mossman Gorge Road, Mossman followed by morning tea.
Contact Martine 0408 744091

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