Newsport Alert Tuesday 02 September 2025

Push to replace sugarcane farms with rainforest south of Daintree ferry held up

A group of environmentalists who want to restore about 400ha of cane farm to rainforest and wetlands just south of the Daintree River Ferry have until mid November to respond to questions from Douglas Shire Council about whether cane farming is still viable in the region.

SPORT DIGEST: Crocs finish minor round on top, Dragons through to Grand Final

The Port Douglas Crocs stretched their winning streak out to 13 games with a 52-point win against North Cairns Tigers on the weekend.

Kennards Port Douglas takes state award

The Port Douglas Branch of Kennards Hire has been crowned Queensland’s Branch of the Year at the company’s esteemed Quality of Management (QOM) Awards this month.

Become hypnotised by a magical night of entertainment in Moss Vegas

If you play your cards right, you can celebrate a unique night of entertainment in Mossman soon, with a hypnotist magician hitting town from interstate.

Business of the day

Four Mile Beach Monthly
Clean-up

Date: Wednesday 3 September 2025

Time: 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Location: Daintree Lounge at the
Sheraton Grand Mirage, Port
Douglas (behind the piano)

Bingo

Date: Thursday 4 September 2025

Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Location: Club Mossman

SOUND HEALING

Date: Friday 5 September 2025

Time: 7pm - 8pm

Location: Port Douglas Yoga Studio

Geoff Black

Date: Friday 5 September 2025

Time: 7:00pm - 10:00pm

Location: Club Mossman

GOLF SERVICE ATTENDANT

Position Overview: We are seeking a friendly and enthusiastic Golf Service Attendant to work in our team on a full time basis. The ideal candidate will have a passion for customer service, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities: -Greet and assist customers in the golf shop, providing information about the course and services. -Handle retail sales, including processing transactions and managing inventory. -Schedule tee times and manage bookings efficiently. -Maintain the cleanliness and organisation of the golf shop and surrounding areas. -Assist with the coordination of golf events as needed.

Qualifications: -Previous experience in a customer service or retail role. -Strong communication and interpersonal skills. -Willingness to learn and adapt to various tasks and responsibilities. Basic computer skills -Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays. -A valid Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certification is required. If you do not currently hold an RSA, you must be willing to obtain one.

For further information, please contact Julie Lawson [email protected]

Monday to Friday - 7am or 8am start and negotiable finish time Job includes Customer Service, Phone Queries and Computer Work

On the job training will be provided and a supervisor is in the office to assist. Busy daily routine with varied tasks within the office.

If you would like to join the team at Burmack in Mossman, Call in or PH 40982848 or send a resume to [email protected]

MOSSMAN STATE HIGH SCHOOL P&C ASSOCIATION Presents a FUNDRAISING GALA

Saturday 13 September 2025 5pm til late Mossman Indoor Sports Centre

Tickets $100 includes Buffet Dinner, Bar, Live Band "Moss Vegas" and Comedian Hypnotist Andy Vening*

*Only those who volunteer to be Hypnotised will be selected

See Mossman State High School P&C Association on Facebook for further details [email protected]