Newsport Alert Tuesday 05 May 2026

Shire beach residents chosen to trial national warning system

Cooya Beach, Newell Beach, and Wonga Beach have been chosen as the only Queensland region set to take part in a national trial of a new phone emergency-warning system.

SPORT DIGEST: Raiders in try-fest, Crocs clear on top, Dragons flying

The Raiders ran out victors in an entertaining Far North Queensland Rugby Union try-fest on Saturday evening, beating the Southside Crusaders 46-29 at home.

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Business of the day


Historical Society Trivia Night

Date: Wednesday 6 May 2026

Time: 1830 - 2100

Location: Central Hotel Port Douglas


Historical society fundraiser

Date: Wednesday 6 May 2026

Time: 6pm - 9pm

Location: Central Hotel Port Douglas


TRIVIA NIGHT @ 3Sixteen Bar & Bistro, RAMADA RESORT - Every Thursday

Date: Thursday 7 May 2026

Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm

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


Trivia with Supa Sal and Wevs

Date: Thursday 7 May 2026

Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Location: Club Mossman

FULL-TIME AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC

Position Title: Automotive Mechanic
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: Mossman
Reports To: Workshop Manager / Business Owner

About the Business
We are a well-established, locally owned mechanical workshop with a strong reputation for reliable service, quality workmanship, and long-term customer relationships. Serving the community for 40 years, we pride ourselves on honesty and efficiency.

Position Overview
We are seeking a qualified and experienced Automotive Mechanic to join our team on a full-time basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a wide range of vehicles while delivering high-quality service and ensuring customer satisfaction…

PANEL BEATER (Part Time)

Experienced panel beater
Flexible working hours
Award wages

Submit Resume to: [email protected]
OR 19 Sawmill Road Mossman
Debra Patterson
F.N.Q Bus LinesMossman

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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