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Petition calls for speed-limit change at Junction Bridge

A Douglas Shire driving instructor has started a petition calling on the about 550m stretch of road near the Junction Bridge between Cooya and Mossman to be changed to a 60km/h zone.

We will Remember Them

Douglas Shire residents and visitors will remember and pay tribute to our ANZACS on Saturday, April 25, with Dawn Service at Mossman and Cow Bay and a march in Port Douglas.

Barron River bridge work

Nighttime maintenance work will start in May on the Barron River bridge.

Reef Raiders ready to launch 2026 season on ANZAC Day

The Port Douglas Reef Raiders will officially launch their 2026 campaign this Saturday, hosting the Northern Beaches Mudcrabs at the Port Douglas Sports Complex in a special ANZAC Day clash.

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Upcoming Events

Positions Vacant

RIVER TOUR GUIDE — CASUAL POSITION

Crocodile Express / Greater Daintree Wildlife Cruises
Upper & Lower Daintree River

We’re looking for an enthusiastic River Tour Guide to join our team 2–3 days per week.This role suits someone who loves the outdoors, enjoys meeting people, and can deliver clear, engaging commentary about:
· Crocodiles and river wildlife
· Mangroves and rainforest ecology
· Birdlife
· Local history and the unique character of the Daintree

Community Notices

BOOK LAUNCH — MOTIVATIONS BY WILD RUSS

Celebrate the launch of Motivations by Wild Russ

Friday 1 May 6pm - 9pm at Babal, Port Douglas

Come dressed as your alter ego — Wild ____ [fill in your name or alter ego name or spirit aminal]

• Welcoming drink

• Signed 2nd Edition for yours truly

• MC the Big G

• DJ Guest

• Surprises on the night

• After party TBA

• Catered with canapés from Dan and Brendan at Babal

Roasted Beetroot & Goat's Cheese Arancini
Paperbark Smoked Barra Rillette.
Boomer Bay Oysters ŵ Grapefruit & Lemon Aspen Granita.
Beef Tartare Miang.
Confit Truffle Chicken Croquettes.

$65 for signed book; $40 event only LTD to 60 pax

Ticket sales CLOSE Midnight Wednesday 29 April. Limited to 60 pax.

Come ready to meet amazing people, drink and enjoy some culinary delights... some epic mystery on the night and also the unplanned and inspired. It's going to be WILD

Need a lift?
Facing transport challenges?

Our Community Transport Service is here to help!

Where can we take you?
We offer transport outside of Port Douglas, including destinations across the wider Douglas Shire and Cairns.

Cost:
Our service is FREE, though gold coin donations are always appreciated to help keep this community initiative running.

Ready to book your ride?
Call us on 4099 5518 or email [email protected]

Please make sure to book at least 24 hours in advance.

Note: Transport is only available for trips outside Port Douglas.

Helping our community stay connected, one trip at a time!

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