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GARDEN LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE TEAM MEMBERWe are a team of qualified and licensed structural landscapers, horticulturalists and carpenters backed by an efficient administration team. Our team are friendly and fun, we provide a quality service, and we love what we do.We are seeking an experienced, mature person to join our garden landscape maintenance team for a long term, full time position.What we need…• garden landscape maintenance experience• open manual driver’s license• a positive attitude and work ethic• reliability and supervision skillsWhat we’d like…• horticulture or parks and gardens qualification• experience on machines would be an advantage• organisational skills will be highly regardedWhat we offer…• 38 hours per week, long term• career opportunities and training• variety of work and loads of fun!www.papillonlandscapes.com.auThis position is for an experienced, full time person, short term applicants need not apply. Please contact us today if this sounds like you!Kim MurphyPapillon Landscapes  PORT DOUGLAS

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EXPERIENCED DUTY MANAGER$75,000 - $90,000 + SuperFree accommodation for first month if requiredSupported by a well established teamThe Court House and Central Hotels in Port Douglas are some of Australia's most iconic pubs. When people worldwide talk about Port Douglas, more often than not, our famous pubs get a mention.Located in Port's main street, Macrossan Street with magnificent heritage Queenslander façade and wide open verandas, our pubs are full offering with bars, TAB and gaming facilities and well-loved pub bistros known for their emphasis on quality, fresh, local produce.The Central and Court House are proud to present some of the best live music in their beer gardens most nights of the week.We are looking for a Duty Manager to join our professional and well established management team. Reporting to the Group General Manager, responsibilities will include:* Staff Management: managing, motivating and on-going training of bar, food and kitchen staff* Customer Service: superior customer service skills; acting as a meet and greet to all customers using our bar, food and gaming facilities*Strong food and beverage knowledge and skill: substantial experience in all aspects of beverage making and presentation (beer, wine, spirits, cocktails, coffees, juices, smoothies), bar set-up and cleanliness, and substantial experience with coordinating food floor staff and working harmoniously with the kitchen team* Ambience: setting up of hotel for day and night trade to create an environment that people want to be in and feel comfortable (e.g. furniture layout, light levels, music volume, fans/ac etc)* Administration: cash/till handling including administering floats* Liaison/Coordinator of Entertainment & Security: liaising with live entertainers and managing sport/events televised on big screen and liaising and assisting with security and crowd controlIf you describe yourself as motivated, enthusiastic and have a keen eye for detail and like to lead by example, then we'd love to hear from you.Must have RSA and RCG.Resumes to our Group General Manager Robert De Carlo 

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HAVE YOUR SAY ON FLYING-FOXES - NOTICE OF INFORMATION SESSION  Details: Saturday 13 April, 11-3 pm Port Douglas Community Centre  Douglas Shire Council is preparing a Flying-fox Roost Management Plan under the State Government Flying-Fox Roost Management—Local Government Grant that will guide management of flying-foxes and their roosts throughout the shire for the next five to ten years.  You are invited to attend an information session to find out about flying-foxes and management options and share your ideas.  Contact Information: Maree Treadwell 0412 311 43

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