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Push for more care outside of hospitals

Getting patients in need of long term care out of hospitals and into appropriate care is at the centre of a push from the Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service.

Police seek assistance on Palm Cove assault

Police are appealing for public assistance to identify a man who may be able to assist investigators after an alleged assault of a man in Palm Cove on Saturday, September 20.

SPORT DIGEST: Muddies fight hard, more AFL signings

The Muddies Third Grade cricket team lost to Mareeba on Saturday in a hard-fought match.

Divers take action as survey shows how they're suffering

Pressures continue for some of Australia’s top dive locations and predictions of another record-breaking summer of marine heatwaves has divers from across the country coming together to sound the alarm and take action.

When the weather turns, will you be prepared?

Before the first wet season raindrop falls in the Douglas Shire, a quiet operation is already underway. The Douglas Disaster Management Unit (DMU) is coordinating, testing, and preparing so our community can face the season with confidence.

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Public Notices

REGULATED DOGS INSPECTION PROGRAM

Council will be conducting a regulated dogs inspection program from November through to May 31st 2026. This applies only to dogs subject to a regulation under the Animal Management (Cat and Dogs) Act 2008.

Please contact Council for further information.

Phone: 07 4099 9444 Email: [email protected]

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING NOTICE

Details: Jabalbina 2025 Annual General Meeting Contact Information: (07) 4098 3552 or email [email protected]

Positions Vacant

CLEANER

Cleaners required for shopping centre cleaning within the Port Douglas areas (QLD 4877) Position available is 3 days a week for now but will increase in the near future.

Please only send your resume and details if you are serious to [email protected]

AIRPORT TRANSFER DRIVERS

Exemplar Coaches and Limousines is proud to be the leading airport transfer company in the Cairns-Port Douglas region. We are a family run business operating since 1993, with the majority of Inbound Tour Operators and agents preferring to use our services above others. We also service many local hotels in Port Douglas, Palm Cove, Cairns region and the general public. It is company policy to have a narrow and expert focus on airport transfers only. Our drivers can plan their lives around work with set weekly rosters and daily manifests received by 5pm the day before work. If you are a driver already, and want some certainty regarding your daily life and work, think about calling Exemplar.

Our head office and depot is located in Craiglie, but we also have a team located in Cairns. These positions are part time permanent with extended hours up to fulltime equivalent if required. All superannuation and entitlements apply as per the National Employment Standards.

Exemplar has a sound reputation as a fair and equitable employer in our region. If you want to be part of our progressive organisation, you must be friendly, people focused, flexible with your hours, well groomed, reliable and demonstrate a keen work ethic. Training is provided. You must also demonstrate a safe driving record and hold a current Driver's License (LR min.) and Qld. Driver's Authorisation (DA) Please note that driver’s must hold these mandatory qualifications before applying. Backpackers need not apply.

If you would like to enquire or apply please contact Sam on [email protected] or Cheryl on [email protected] or call 4213 3333 and ask for Sam or Cheryl.

Community Notices

CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA
• When: Friday, December 5 | 3:00 PM – 8:30 PM
• Where: Mossman Showgrounds
• Details: Celebrate the season with local entertainers, fun competitions, Christmas stalls, carols, food, amusements, and more.
Santa will be flying in at 5:00 PM, there’ll be free Santa photos, and fireworks at 8:15 PM to cap off the night! This is a collaboration with Douglas Shire Council and The Tin Shed.

COMMUNITYT MOVIE NIGHT - “How To Train Your Dragon” (2025)
• When: Friday, November 28 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
• Where: Dixie Park, Port Douglas
• Details: Join us for a free screening of How To Train Your Dragon (2025). Bring your own chairs or picnic mats. Popcorn and drinks will be available for purchase. This is a collaboration with Douglas Shire Council.

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