Newsport Alert Wednesday 08 October 2025

Development is “socially unacceptable’’

Mossman residents, including builder and developer Trevor Woodward, have slammed works and the lack of planning for a social housing project in Owen Street, saying the building will be an ugly addition to one of the nicest streets in town.

Fossil fuel industry feeding us Crocodile tears

It makes sense, in a way. Since the re-election of Labor Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, the fossil fuel industry; its News Ltd backers; the National Party; and the right fringe of the Liberal Party (the fossil quartet) have become maniacally more active.

New Newell Beach sand washes away

Newsport readers have slammed the recently completed sand replenishment program and four Douglas Shire beaches, saying it had in some cases been washed away in just two days.

Volunteer Marine Rescue Weipa joins Marine Rescue Queensland

The dedicated team at Volunteer Marine Rescue (VMR) Weipa officially transitioned to Marine Rescue Queensland (MRQ), marking a significant milestone for the unit and the local community. The unit will now operate as MRQ Weipa, continuing its vital work of keeping boaties safe on the waters of the Gulf of Carpentaria.

Business of the day


Trivia with Supa Sal and
Wevs

Date: Thursday 9 October 2025

Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Location: Club Mossman

Stuie Harcourt @ Ellis
Beach Bar & Grill

Date: Friday 10 October 2025

Time: 5:30pm - 8:30pm

Location: Ellis Beach Bar & Grill


Rockin' Rick Karaoke

Date: Friday 10 October 2025

Time: 7:30pm - 10:30pm

Location: Club Mossman


SOUND HEALING

Date: Friday 10 October 2025

Time: 7pm - 8pm

Location: Port Douglas Yoga Studio

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