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More small clues revealed in Toyah Cordingley murder case

Further details have emerged about the circumstances surrounding the murder of former Paws and Claws volunteer Toyah Cordingley during the first two days of the latest trial of accused killer Rajwinder Singh.

JUNGLE DRUM: The end of an era - and new beginnings

It was very sad to see the last cane harvested in Douglas last week. Even though I have never farmed the stuff, it has always been part of my world, the little yellow cane trains, the mill belching smoke, and the annual harvest.

Daintree Village students mastering the science of winning awards

Daintree State School students are on a roll, taking home two first places in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths competitions. 

Fallen Aussie soldiers honoured with a minute's silence at Mossman

More than 50 people gathered at the Mossman cenotaph at 11am this morning to honour Remembrance Day.

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Join us for the last FairMarket of 2025!
On Sunday, November 16th from 2 - 5pm at Geraghty Park Hall, Julatten.

This community initiative for locals and visitors is a friendly gathering space to meet, share, buy and trade. Drinks, home made food and cakes, live music, clothes, fresh produce, art, belly dancing and more…

Support local this holiday season and pick up some fun treasures and beautiful gifts for Christmas.

Want to declutter or sell your goodies before the New Year? Come and set up a stall inside or outside the hall, or park your car on the Oval for the car boot sale. From 1pm onwards. $5 stall fee.

Let’s make this last market a big, beautiful celebration of community, connection and fun! All are welcome — spread the word and we’ll see you there!

Cash only!

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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

PORT DOUGLAS SHOPPING NIGHT

Thursday 27th November - Stores open til 7:30pm

Join us for a festive night of late night shopping with stores open until 7:30pm, offering a raffle, discounts, specials, gift wrapping, music, drinks and more.It’s the perfect chance to get your Christmas shopping sorted while supporting local businesses.

Every $20 spent = 1 ticket into the GRAND DRAW! Winner announced at 8pm via @maker_portdouglas Instagram Story

Participating stores: Maker Port Douglas Sea Gallery The Daintree Shop Floral Edge Whileaway In Port Shoes Splish Splash The Book Lounge Portobella L’Dream Premium Footwear Ngarru Gallery Tshinta Steep Martinique Island Style With Sugar Wicked Willies Coffee Works The Borboletta Boutique

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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