Newsport Alert Wednesday 16 July 2025

Far North Queensland climate decision will have far-reaching ramifications for courts

A landmark Far North Queensland decision handed down yesterday by the Cairns Federal Court will have wide-ranging implications for future climate-related actions.

Catch 22 for PM on Antisemitism inquiry

An old adage says a government should never set up an inquiry unless it has a very good idea as to what its findings might be lest it comes back to bite. That was certainly true of last week’s report by the Special Envoy to Combat Antisemitism Jillian Segal.

Range Road closure rant by caravanning content creators

Full time Australian caravaners and travel content creators, Miriam and Chris of Aussie Destinations Unknown, have highlighted to their more than 100,000 online followers an issue local travellers have been dealing with for 18 months…

Funds to support wellbeing flow in NAIDOC Week

Wujal Justice Group, near the tip of Cape York, is among a group of organisations to share in $3m of grants aimed at strengthening the social and emotional wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, announced by the State Government as NAIDOC Week celebrations continue across Queensland.  

Business of the day

Trivia with Supa Sal and
Wevs

Date: Thursday 17 July 2025

Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Location: Club Mossman

Live Music @ The Sandbar, Cape Trib Camping

Date: Friday 18 July 2025

Time: 5.30pm - 9pm

Location: Cape Tribulation Camping

Drewboy DUO @ Ellis
Beach Bar & Grill

Date: Friday 18 July 2025

Time: 5:30pm - 8:30pm

Location: Ellis Beach Bar & Grill

Rob Longstaff

Date: Friday 18 July 2025

Time: 7:30pm - 10:30pm

Location: Club Mossman

Classifieds

Komatsu Diesel Forklift for Sale

Lift Capacity: 2,500 kg Features: Container mast, sideshift unit Hours Used: Only 3,760 hours Condition: Very good condition Location: 12 Reynolds Street, Mareeba Price: $19,800

Contact: Lane Machinery Pty Ltd Mal Lane – 0400 657 058 Email: [email protected]

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]

FULL TIME & PART TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE

H2O Warehouse is a long-standing business of 26 years in Port Douglas, Queensland. We are looking for a new member to join our team.

We service and maintain large resort style swimming pools in the Port Douglas region.

-38 hours per week/24 hours per week (1 x full time position/1 x part time position)

-Must be able to swim

-All training will be provided on site

-Based in a large resort in Port Douglas

This position has an immediate start.

Accommodation is not provided however there are many options within walking distance of the site you will be based. This position counts towards the 88 day visa however, this is a long term position for those interested.

Please send your resume to : [email protected] or call 0417199692

An author Talk with Mary Pearson at Mossman Library

'Weighed Down' is about our relationship with our bodies and with food. It's perfect for readers who have faced the struggle with this relationship themselves or have someone in their life who might be. It includes evidence-based information, written in a way that's understandable and relatable.

Mary, an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, brings warmth, smarts, and a fierce passion for self-worth to every page. She’s on a mission to help readers unlearn toxic diet culture and reconnect with themselves, without guilt, shame, or calorie counting.

THE ADDAMS FAMILY

A musical comedy proudly presented by Cairns Choral Society. Two Douglas Shire residents sharing the role of Gomez. Over 75% of tickets sold for all 8 shows. It runs from 25th July to the 3rd of August.Don't miss out, go to lastcall.net.au

Stephen Bigby [email protected]