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Newsport Alert Tuesday 16 December 2025
Zhailen Fabellon & Newsport Publishing
December 16, 2025
Port Douglas Road 'avenue of palms' trees facing the axe ASAP
A trio of palm trees along the iconic Port Douglas Road “avenue of palms” are facing the chop within days after this week being deemed too dangerous to keep by Douglas Shire Council.
SPORT DIGEST: Muddies ready to reset during the Christmas break
The Muddies cricket teams had two losses on the weekend in the last round before the Christmas break.
Season's greetings from Leichhardt MP Matt Smith
As your local representative for the Far North, I want to wish everyone across Leichhardt a joyful and relaxing Christmas, from Cairns to the Torres Strait.
Meet Douglas Shire's newest state champions
A pair of Daintree State School students have doubled down after recently winning the Wonder of Science Regional competition, taking out the state championships.
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Join Our Team – Experienced Gardener or Apprentice
Established in March 2015, Ghost Gum Gardening + Irrigation provides a wide range of services and expertise, including landscaping, garden maintenance, irrigation installation and repairs, and pressure cleaning. We are a well-established local business servicing the Mossman and Port Douglas areas and are seeking a motivated individual to join our team.
Position: Experienced Gardener or Apprentice Location: Mossman / Port Douglas Employment Type: Part-time, with potential for additional hours
Key Responsibilities: • General garden and lawn maintenance • Pruning, trimming, planting, and mulching • Lawn mowing, fertilising, and pest control • Irrigation installation and repairs (training provided if required) • Maintaining clean, well-presented outdoor spaces
Requirements – Experienced Gardener: • Previous experience in gardening or landscaping • Knowledge of local plants is an advantage • Ability to operate gardening tools and equipment • Strong attention to detail • Must hold a current manual driver’s licence • Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team
Requirements – Apprentice Gardener: • Willingness to learn and develop new skills • Interest in horticulture, landscaping, and outdoor work • Must hold a current manual driver’s licence • Reliable and committed to training
Why Work With Us: • Above-award pay • Supportive and professional team environment • Opportunities for training, development, and long-term career growth
To apply, please send your resume and a brief cover letter to [email protected]
GARDEN MAINTENANCE TEAM MEMBER
Team Member required to help with garden maintenance at Escape Villas, a luxury gated community in Port Douglas renowned for beautiful tropical gardens throughout the development. We offer above award hourly rate for the ideal candidate.
Key Duties: Lawn mowing, edging and whipper snipping Weeding, pruning, hedging and general garden maintenance Mulching and planting as per seasonal requirements Routine checks of outdoor areas to ensure property always looking its best Basic upkeep of supplied tools and equipment Reporting maintenance and/or safety requirements to Supervisor
The Ideal Candidate will: Be reliable, hard working and well presented Be respectful of other team members, guests and Villa owners Have the ability to work both independently and as part of a team Be able to manage time effectively Be physically fit as this is an outdoor position Hold a current drivers licence
To apply or to request further information please email [email protected]
CAROLS UNDER THE RAINTREES
21st Dec 5pm-8pm
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!
