Newsport Alert Tuesday 15 July 2025

Trucks hitting power lines spark warnings

A warning has been issued by Ergon Energy Network for truck drivers, operators, and businesses to stay vigilant around overhead powerlines and electrical assets, after almost 150 contacts on the network involving heavy vehicles since January, seven of those incidents in the Far North. 

SPORTS DIGEST: Raiders keep finals hopes alive with much-needed win

The Port Douglas Reef Raiders have put an eight-game losing streak behind them with a home win against Southside Crusaders, 29-19.

BREAKING NEWS: Power restored across Douglas Shire following emergency outage

Power has been restored across a host of areas in the Douglas Shire region following a power cut due to “damage requiring emergency repairs”.

The Yachty turns up the volume with ACDC tribute band

The Port Douglas Yacht Club is back in full swing, with a jam-packed calendar, and it’s about to get loud.

Business of the day

Tropical Animal
Rehabilitation Centre
(TARC) Trivia Night

Date: Wednesday 16 July 2025

Time: 6.30pm - 9.30pm

Location: Central Hotel Port Douglas

Trivia with Supa Sal and Wevs

Date: Thursday 17 July 2025

Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Location: Club Mossman

Live Music @ The
Sandbar, Cape Trib
Camping

Date: Friday 18 July 2025

Time: 5.30pm - 9pm

Location: Cape Tribulation Camping

Drewboy DUO @ Ellis Beach Bar & Grill

Date: Friday 18 July 2025

Time: 5:30pm - 8:30pm

Location: Ellis Beach Bar & Grill

QUALIFIED PLUMBER

Full time / $40-50 per hour

Briody Plumbing is a locally owned company, operating in Cairns for over ten years. We currently have a permanent, full time opportunity for a Qualified Plumber with experience in either of the following areas; Domestic, Commercial and Civil Plumbing. Qualifications & Experience • Valid QLD Plumbing License (QBCC) • Current QLD driver's license • Construction White Card • Must have own tools

Great company benefits.

If you are interested, we would love to hear from you. Please send your resume to [email protected]

FULL TIME & PART TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE

H2O Warehouse is a long-standing business of 26 years in Port Douglas, Queensland. We are looking for a new member to join our team.

We service and maintain large resort style swimming pools in the Port Douglas region.

-38 hours per week/24 hours per week (1 x full time position/1 x part time position)

-Must be able to swim

-All training will be provided on site

-Based in a large resort in Port Douglas

This position has an immediate start.

Accommodation is not provided however there are many options within walking distance of the site you will be based. This position counts towards the 88 day visa however, this is a long term position for those interested.

Please send your resume to : [email protected] or call 0417199692

UNDERWATER HOCKEY

learn how to swim and dive better, hack your body practise some underwater yoga whilst getting a great Cardio workout with a great group of people, multiage multi gender sport....

Every Friday night at the Mossman pool

Join Us at Port Douglas Neighbourhood Centre Community Garden!

Every Tuesday afternoon from 1:15 to 3.45, immerse yourself in the joy of gardening and community at the Port Douglas Neighbourhood Centre. We're cultivating a garden of love and care for all to share.

Experience the satisfaction of growing, harvesting, and providing for ourselves and our community. Learn the art of nurturing from seed to plant, and discover the value of collaborative creation.

Join us to create a beautiful space where we learn from the Earth's wisdom, support each other, and foster a sense of togetherness. Let's sow the seeds of a brighter, more connected future together.

For more information, visit us at the Neighbourhood Centre or contact Tanya on 40995518 for more information.