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100 weapons seized from Far North Queensland streets

More than 100 weapons have been seized from the streets in the Far North in less than a year as police disrupt and prevent knife crime during proactive patrols under Jack’s Law.

Crocs women snatch win

The Port Douglas Crocs Senior Women have celebrated a win, coming from behind with a dominant last quarter do down Cairns City Lions by 11 points.

Water security a focus of Cape York projects

Critical work has begun to deliver water security projects for two of our Indigenous communities. 

How one family built a Daintree eco tourism icon

Since 2008, Ocean Safari has operated as the only reef tour operator providing a direct link between the Daintree rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef. It’s a business built on the Claxton family’s “all-in” spirit, a project they started from scratch that has now grown to include three generations.

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Positions Vacant

RIVER TOUR GUIDE — CASUAL POSITION

Crocodile Express / Greater Daintree Wildlife Cruises
Upper & Lower Daintree River

We’re looking for an enthusiastic River Tour Guide to join our team 2–3 days per week.This role suits someone who loves the outdoors, enjoys meeting people, and can deliver clear, engaging commentary about:
· Crocodiles and river wildlife
· Mangroves and rainforest ecology
· Birdlife
· Local history and the unique character of the Daintree

Community Notices

BOOK LAUNCH — MOTIVATIONS BY WILD RUSS

Celebrate the launch of Motivations by Wild Russ

Friday 1 May 6pm - 9pm at Babal, Port Douglas

Come dressed as your alter ego — Wild ____ [fill in your name or alter ego name or spirit aminal]

• Welcoming drink

• Signed 2nd Edition for yours truly

• MC the Big G

• DJ Guest

• Surprises on the night

• After party TBA

• Catered with canapés from Dan and Brendan at Babal

Roasted Beetroot & Goat's Cheese Arancini
Paperbark Smoked Barra Rillette.
Boomer Bay Oysters ŵ Grapefruit & Lemon Aspen Granita.
Beef Tartare Miang.
Confit Truffle Chicken Croquettes.

$65 for signed book; $40 event only LTD to 60 pax

Ticket sales CLOSE Midnight Wednesday 29 April. Limited to 60 pax.

Come ready to meet amazing people, drink and enjoy some culinary delights... some epic mystery on the night and also the unplanned and inspired. It's going to be WILD

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!

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