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Push for Port Douglas pool hall gathering steam

Port Douglas may be getting a brand new pool hall above the Wicked Ice Cream shop on Macrossan Street.

SPORTS DIGEST: Take two for Muddies return after cyclone delay

With games cancelled across the league last weekend due to Tropical Cyclone Koji, the two Muddies teams are keen to return to the field this weekend following the Cricket Far North league Christmas break.

Cairns water restrictions back to normal

Cairns Regional Council has lifted Level 4 water restrictions, with the region returning to permanent water conservation measures (Level 0).

Traditional Owners have an Eye on the Reef

The Reef Authority is celebrating the work of Reef Traditional Owners who have been actively protecting and monitoring their Sea Country for thousands of years and are now participating in one of the world’s largest citizen science programs.

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Positions Vacant

FOOD & BEVERAGE ASSISTANT

Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures is situated in one of the most unique and beautiful places in Northern Australia, nestled among the foothills of the World Heritage area with the Great Barrier Reef at our doorstep. Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures is the largest and most diverse wildlife park in Far North Queensland.

Our busy Lilies Restaurant, overlooking the beautiful Hartley's Lagoon, is seeking to fill two casual food & beverage positions.

The successful candidates will be expected to work harmoniously and productively with the current, committed and professional restaurant team. A mature, resilient approach and excellent reliability are essential for these roles.

FULL-TIME LANDSCAPE GARDENER

This could be the job for you if:

• You’re an Australian resident

• You enjoy working outdoors in beautiful locations

• You’re physically fit, keen to learn, and not afraid of hard work

• You like knocking off at the end of the day and still having time to enjoy life

• You want your weekends free for camping, fishing, and making the most of North Queensland

Community Notices

Join us at Mossman Library on Saturday 31 January at 10:00am for a paranormal romance author interview with JB Thomas

JB will be chatting about his latest release, Heart Full of Storm, an MM paranormal romance steeped in mystery, desire, and tropical heat.

Set in the sultry backdrop of Port Douglas, Heart Full of Storm is a haunting tale where the air is heavy with longing, secrets simmer beneath the surface, and love may be the most dangerous force of all. Discover what inspired the story, the supernatural elements behind it, and what makes this book such a fun read.

A must-attend event for romance and paranormal fiction lovers alike who enjoy listening to authors spill the tea.

PORT DOUGLAS MARINA MARKETS DATES FOR JANUARY 2026

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