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Push to cull crocs to level of "acceptable risk" for swimmers

Crocodile numbers must be reduced to a point where there is an “acceptable risk” you will not be taken by a croc if you choose to swim in a Far North Queensland waterway, a public briefing has heard.

Time to rethink education system

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton is right: there should be some serious rethinking about the role of the federal Education Department, which he says does not run one school.

You can dance, you can jive - and you’ll love every second of it

As a longtime fan of ABBA’s music, I walked into the Clink Theatre with high hopes, and the Douglas Theatre Arts Group did not disappoint. 

From milk runs to music records seniors share stories with students

Students and seniors hit it off at the first event of the 2025 Senior Buddies Program, bonding over stories of life before smartphones, old-school milk deliveries, and music on vinyl.

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THIS WEEK 10 YEARS AGO

Big snake on Port Douglas street

Residents in Endeavour Street had a close encounter of the scaly kind last night when a large python was spotted on the bitumen at about 7.30pm. 

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Upcoming Events

Positions Vacant

Casual Bar Person

Join a small happy team at Mossman Golf Club, a friendly members and visitors club if you are.

Well presented A permanent local A team player

We are offering 15- 30 hrs. per week depending on seasonal fluctuations. Shifts involve some late afternoons to early evenings, availability on weekends is required.

Flexibility and an understanding of working in a small team is a must.

An understanding of golf would be an advantage but not essential as we are happy to train the right candidate.

Please Forward CV to [email protected] Or Phone Mossman Golf Club On 40982089 Tuesday - Friday between 10.30am to 3.00pm

Ralf Middel Mossman golf Club

SALES SUPERSTAR

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Sales Superstar to join Ngarru Gallery. Ngarru Gallery is FNQ’s leading indigenous fine art gallery, internationally renowned for its high end collection. If you are....

• Well presented • A permanent local • Not afraid of hard work and physically fit And if you have.... • A high level of professionalism • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • An interest in the arts and a thirst to learn • The ability to comfortably talk with all manner of people from all walks of life

We will be offering between 15-30 hours per week depending on seasonal changes. Availability on weekends and school holidays is imperative. Flexibility and an understanding of working in a small team is a must. If you lack experience but have a great attitude we will happily train the right candidate. This is a comprehensive and active role including sales, stretching paintings, cleaning, packaging, lifting. Please forward a cover letter and CV to Nicola at [email protected] Applications close April 24th

Community Notices

SEA CIRCUS is bringing 'A Wave of Wonder' to our next Light Up The Park event with a special live performance from 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM—a fantastic way to end the day!

Event Details: • Friday, April 11, 3:00 PM – 7:30 PM • George Davis Park, Mossman • Free BBQ, games, activities + water games (bring a towel!)

Lisa [email protected]

LIGHT UP THE PARK

• Friday, April 11, 3:00 PM – 7:30 PM
• George Davis Park, Mossman
• Free BBQ, games, activities + water games (bring a towel!)

Sea Circus is bringing 'A Wave of Wonder' to our next Light Up The Park event with a special live performance from 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM—a fantastic way to end the day! We’d love for you to come along to the event, and as always, we’re inviting local organisations, services, and businesses to get involved. It’s a great chance to connect with young people and the community, and to share what you do.

Lisa [email protected]

Public Notices

LOOKING FOR AN IDEAL SPACE TO RUN FITNESS CLASSES, WORKSHOPS, PERSONAL TRAINING?

It's My Time Fitness, Mossman Showgrounds, has availability for use of our spacious air conditioned premises, on a casual regular basis. There are flexible options for room hire only, or offering classes promoted on our club timetable.

Our club features gym mat flooring throughout, some fitness equipment, toilet facility, kitchen and limited storage. We are ideally located in the fitness precinct next to the oval, with adjacent undercover areas, so you can utilise the outdoors as well as indoors.

The space would suit (but not limited to) Pilates, Fitness circuits, Boxing for fitness, Self Defence, Kids classes, Meditation....the choice is yours.

Interested? Please contact Yvette Le Griffon 0408 010 570 or email: [email protected] to enquire or arrange an inspection.

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