Newsport Alert Thursday 26 February 2026

Iconic Port Douglas Chinese junk boat goes up for sail

One of Port Douglas’s most recognisable tourism icons is up for sale.

Getting down to business with Newsport Print

It is time to get down to business in Douglas… the business of building better infrastructure, job opportunities and the best workplaces in Far North Queensland.

Dancers hoping domestic violence will be going belly up

About 24,000 belly dancers from more than 90 countries are preparing to soon shimmy together in a global push to raise awareness for domestic violence programs, including one special team based in Mossman.

Diamond Lil back in business after citizen's arrest

After a lot of hard work, Port Douglas institution Santiego Seafoods is finally fully operational again after an Italian tourist was arrested in late November following the theft and vandalisation of prawn trawler Diamond Lil.

Business of the day


BINGO NIGHT with KSTAR @ 3Sixteen Bar & Bistro, RAMADA RESORT

Date: Friday 27 February 2026

Time: 5pm - 8pm

Location: 3Sixteen Bar & Bistro at Ramada Resort, Port Douglas


Rockin' Rick Karaoke

Date: Friday 27 February 2026

Time: 7:30pm - 10:30pm

Location: Club Mossman


Bobby Longstaff @ Ellis Beach Bar & Grill

Date: Saturday 28 February 2026

Time: 1pm - 4pm

Location: Ellis Beach Bar & Grill


Author Talk

Date: Saturday 28 February 2026

Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Location: Mossman Library

FRONTLINE SALES ASSISTANT (MATERNITY LEAVE COVER)
WILDLIFE HABITAT

Bring your love of wildlife to work and help create unforgettable moments for our guests at Wildlife Habitat. This maternity leave cover role offers the chance to shine in a fun, fast paced environment with the potential for ongoing work if available.

Why You’ll Love It
Be part of a passionate, supportive crew that lives and breathes wildlife, sustainability, and great guest experiences. Every shift brings new faces, new stories, and plenty of fun.

Visit website to see more details.

ADMINISTRATION OFFICER

Mossman Hospital
Rural and Remote Services
Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service
Queensland Health

We have current vacancy within our Casual Administration pool. Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service are the public health provider for over 250 000 people in the region. This is a casual position with no set or guaranteed hours, and flexibility is required. We welcome you to become a part of our Rural and Remote Services team.

Visit website to see more details.

Author Talk

We're thrilled to welcome author Nadine Cockrem to Mossman Library!

Catch her talk on Saturday, 28th February at 10:00am—it’s going to be an enlightening morning.

Nadine is the author of "The Hope Deck" a daily affirmation card set to deepen your connection with yourself. She's lived the depths of pain, loss, and not knowing who she was. It is her hope that this deck can be your companion to help you navigate whatever season your soul is in.

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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