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Climate wars power up after Roadmap revealed

From “reckless”, “expensive”, “bad economics” and a “betrayal”, all the way through to “sensible”, “pragmatic”, “affordable” and “reliable”, a myriad of terms are being used to describe Queensland’s new five-year Energy Roadmap released on Friday

SPORT DIGEST: AFL Cairns Coach of the Year no longer leading the Crocs

The Port Douglas Crocs have advertised for a new coach next season, but mystery still surrounds why the current AFL Cairns Coach of the Year is no longer at the helm of the club.

Reef Raiders juniors kick off season

The Junior Rugby Union season is set to kick off this week, with local club Port Douglas Reef Raiders fielding four teams across multiple age groups.

Longer Captain Cook night delays from end of the month

Extended delays of up to half an hour at night on the Captain Cook Highway between Cairns and Port Douglas are scheduled to start in about a fortnight and run through until early December.

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Annual General Meeting Notice to the public (AGM)

Positions Vacant

GOLF OPERATIONS ATTENDANT

Palmer Sea Reef Golf Course Port Douglas is looking for an enthusiastic customer service oriented team member to assist in our Golf Operations Department with an immediate start for the right applicant. Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure exceptional service is delivered to members & guests at all times, • Assist in day-to-day golf operation • A willingness to be part of a team environment • Thinking outside the box and problem solving • Assisting with golf competitions and clubhouse events • Upholding operation policies and procedures

The successful candidate should be able to display the following attributes:

• Initiative and a willingness to work hard • Excellent Customer Service Skills • A can-do attitude and great sense of humour • Ability to work as part of a team or alone if required • Competent computer skills including Microsoft products • Ability to provide the best excellent customer service • Ability to be able to multi task • A keen interest in Golf would be helpful but not essential • A valid RSA is required

This position is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic candidate to be part of a growing team at one of our Australia's premier resort golf courses. If this sounds like the role for you, please email current resume and cover letter to [email protected]

RESERVATIONS CONSULTANT

Exemplar Coaches and Limousines is the leading airport transfer company in the Cairns-Port Douglas region,having serviced the area since 1993. We move upward of 150,000 passengers per year and are proud to be the preferred transport provider for the majority of domestic and international agents booking visitors to the region. Exemplar is also the exclusive transport operator contracted to the Cairns International Airport with desks at both the domestic and the international terminals.. Currently, we have a position available for a reservations consultant in our busy Craiglie office. This role entails taking bookings via email, the internet and over the phone. As such, we need someone who is friendly with a cheerful demeanour, is an excellent communicator with exceptional attention to detail attributes, is highly organised, a logical thinker with sound reasoning skills and enjoys working as part of a busy team structure. Competent computer skills are essential.

This is a part time position role with hours 3-4 days per week negotiable. Pay is above the award rate and 12% superannuation is part of the pay package in accordance with the Fair Pay Commission. We operate 365 days per year, as such, weekend and public holiday work is essential. Previous experience in the tourism sector is an advantage but not essential. All employees receive initial competency based training and ongoing training. Further professional development is on offer if requested.

If you have these natural attributes and developed skill sets, and would like to be part of an organisation with an enviable culture; we would love to hear from you. Please email your covering letter and resume to Sam at [email protected]

Community Classifieds

FOR SALE: 2009 Crusader “The Manhattan” 24ft caravan in great condition, ready for your next adventure. $45,000 ono. Call 4099 6688.

Community Notices

Douglas Heat Basketball Club Fundraiser – Pink in the Tropics

Join us on Sunday, October 19 at the Port Douglas Cyclone Shelter for a day of basketball, fun, and community spirit — all in support of Pink in the Tropics, our local Breast Cancer Awareness charity

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