Newsport Alert Wednesday 18 March 2026

Can drones be playing a bigger part in disaster-relief deliveries?

Drones capable of carrying up to 100kg of emergency supplies could become a more common tool during natural disasters such as the flash flood which has put the Daintree ferry out of action, according to one visionary Cow Bay operator.

5000 sandbags ordered in readiness for Narelle

Douglas Shire Council has ordered an additional 5000 sandbags to bolster  local sandbag stations. 

JUNGLE DRUM: Jasper vs 29U

It has been interesting comparing the Jasper rain event and closure to this one. In many ways we have come forward a lot. The Council especially is a lot more open and communicative.

Pokea adds a fresh lunch option in Port Douglas

Port Douglas locals looking for a quick and healthy lunch now have a new option on Grant Street, with the opening of Pokea, a poke bowl shop created by restaurateur Giorgio Simonetti.

Business of the day


TRIVIA NIGHT @ 3Sixteen Bar & Bistro, RAMADA RESORT

Date: Thursday 19 March 2026

Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Location: 3Sixteen Bar & Bistro at Ramada Resort, Port Douglas


Bingo with K-Star

Date: Thursday 19 March 2026

Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Location: Club Mossman


World Day of Prayer Rescheduled

Date: Friday 20 March 2026

Time: 9:30am - 10:30am

Location: Mossman Assembly of God, 41 Mossman Gorge Road, Mossman


BINGO NIGHT with KSTAR @ 3Sixteen Bar & Bistro, RAMADA RESORT

Date: Friday 20 March 2026

Time: 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Location: 3Sixteen Bar & Bistro at Ramada Resort, Port Douglas

Hours: 30 hours per week (Monday – Thursday)
Term: 12-month traineeship
Salary: This is a traineeship position, with pay in accordance with the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award traineeship rates (approximately $22.06 per hour).

Port Douglas Community Service Network Inc is seeking a Community Services Trainee to gain hands-on experience while completing a Certificate III in Community Services.

This is an entry-level opportunity for someone wanting to build a career in Community Services and make a difference in their local community.

Visit website to see more details.

HOUSEKEEPING AREA LEAD STAR
(Permanent Senior Leadership Role)

Star Resorts is seeking an experienced Housekeeping Area Lead Star to oversee housekeeping operations across our Port Douglas properties. We use the title Area Lead, reflecting our hands-on leadership style. In many larger hotels this role would be equivalent to a Housekeeping Manager, Head Housekeeper or Executive Housekeeper.

This is a leadership role responsible for ensuring our apartments and resort spaces are presented to the highest standards while supporting and developing our housekeeping team.

The Housekeeping Area Lead will work closely with our Operations Manager and housekeeping stars to ensure the daily housekeeping operation runs smoothly across our properties.

Visit website to see more details.

Rescheduled World Day of Prayer Friday 20th March 9:30am Mossman AOG Church, Gorge Road, Mossman

COMBINED CHURCHES EASTER PROGRAM

Martine Plumbe
0408 774091

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