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When will Port Douglas stinger net be removed for dry season?

If you were hoping the recent removal of the Four Mile Beach swimming enclosure stinger net was the last you have seen of it until next wet season, you will have to wait a little bit longer.

JUNGLE DRUM: Do decision makers want to know what the community thinks?

It's the little things in life that matter. Often the big things just can't happen for a multitude of reasons, so most of us really appreciate the little stuff.

Arson concerns and armed robbery in Tablelands crime wrap

Police are investigating a suspicious house fire which occurred in Mareeba, May 10.

Port Douglas’ own film festival joins Australia’s national awards circuit

The 2025 Port Shorts Film Festival has earned official recognition from the Australian Academy of Cinema & Television Arts, giving filmmakers a direct pathway to one of the country’s top film honours.

VIDEO: Port Douglas Race Week sets sail

The 2025 Race Week launched in picture-perfect conditions on Tuesday, May 13, with colourful spinnakers soaring and yachts carving through the waters off Four Mile Beach.

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THIS WEEK 6 YEARS AGO

Mossman artist's colourful world of Indigenous Art

Aboriginal painting is an art form that dates back thousands of years and is largely centred on storytelling; so this week at Newsport we take a look at a local artist who is sharing his ancient culture.

Dive Into 15+ years of Douglas Shire stories
in our Newsport Archive!

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Positions Vacant

QUALIFIED PLUMBER

Full time / $40-50 per hour

Briody Plumbing is a locally owned company, operating in Cairns for over ten years. We currently have a permanent, full time opportunity for a Qualified Plumber with experience in either of the following areas; Domestic, Commercial and Civil Plumbing. Qualifications & Experience • Valid QLD Plumbing License (QBCC) • Current QLD driver's license • Construction White Card • Must have own tools

Great company benefits.

If you are interested, we would love to hear from you. Please send your resume to [email protected]

JOB TITLE: THEATRE ADMINISTRATOR

Are you passionate about the performing arts and thrive in an administrative and leadership role? The Douglas Theatre Arts Group (DTAG) is seeking a dedicated Theatre Administrator to oversee the operational and volunteer management aspects of our community-driven theatre. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the vibrant cultural life of Port Douglas while supporting the success of local productions.

Job Description: As the Theatre Administrator, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operations of the theatre. Your responsibilities in this contract role will include: • Administrative Management: Overseeing office operations, maintaining records, coordinating schedules, and ensuring smooth communication with trades, artists, production teams, and board members. • Event Coordination: Managing the theatre's calendar for rehearsals, performances, and special events, while assisting with financial administration. • Volunteer Management: Recruiting, training, and rostering volunteers, maintaining an updated membership database, and fostering a positive environment for volunteer engagement. • Bar Operations Oversight: Supervising bar services, including inventory management, volunteer coordination, and compliance with health and licensing standards.

This is a contract position requiring up to 20 hours of work per week an ABN will be required.

Why Join Us? At DTAG, you’ll become part of a team dedicated to elevating the arts and creating memorable experiences for our community. This role offers a blend of administrative precision and creative collaboration, perfect for someone who loves challenges and opportunities to make an impact.

Contact Details: To apply or obtain a full job description about this exciting opportunity, please email your resume and a brief cover letter to The Committee, Douglas Theatre Arts Group at [email protected]. Applications close on 30th May 2025.

Make your mark on the Port Douglas arts scene and join us in shaping the future of the Douglas Theatre Arts Group! Douglas Theatre Arts Group Clink Theatre Port Douglas [email protected]

Public Notices

Mossman Junior Rugby League is looking for a couple of players in the the U12, U13, U15 & U16 squads. Come along on Thursday at the Mossman Showgrounds 5-6pm

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.

Community Notices

Free Community Movie Night; Join us for a Community Movie Night at the Mossman Boat & Fishing Club in Newell Beach, featuring Sonic the Hedgehog 3!

This event is free, so bring your family and friends for a fun night out!

Event Details: • When: Friday, May 30, from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM • Where: Mossman Boat & Fishing Club, Newell Beach • What to Bring: Your own chairs and/or picnic mats. • Cost: Free movie (including free chips and nuggets from Newell Beach Takeaway), with popcorn, drinks, and more for sale.

Brody Andrews [email protected]

Wednesday 14 May: Douglas Shire Meals on Wheels Trivia Night Fundraiser at the Central Hotel

To help keep Meals On Wheels' vital service running, the organisation is hosting a trivia night fundraiser on Wednesday, May 14 at the Central Hotel. Gabriela [email protected]

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