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Fantastic adventures of our own Indiana Jones now online

Port Douglas’s very own Indiana Jones-style adventurer has released all of his videos made across more than 20 years on YouTube.

WATCH THE VIDEO: All I want for Christmas is a magic unicorn

We asked a group of young Port Douglas State School children about what they will be doing this Thursday, December 25.

IN PICTURES: Fantastic end-of-year extravaganza for Bodies in Motion

More than 1000 people packed out the Cairns Performing Arts Centre on Saturday, December 13, to witness Bodies in Motion Dance School's 25th Annual End of Year Production NYC. 

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Join Our Team – Experienced Gardener or Apprentice

Established in March 2015, Ghost Gum Gardening + Irrigation provides a wide range of services and expertise, including landscaping, garden maintenance, irrigation installation and repairs, and pressure cleaning. We are a well-established local business servicing the Mossman and Port Douglas areas and are seeking a motivated individual to join our team.

Position: Experienced Gardener or Apprentice Location: Mossman / Port Douglas Employment Type: Part-time, with potential for additional hours

Key Responsibilities: • General garden and lawn maintenance • Pruning, trimming, planting, and mulching • Lawn mowing, fertilising, and pest control • Irrigation installation and repairs (training provided if required) • Maintaining clean, well-presented outdoor spaces

Requirements – Experienced Gardener: • Previous experience in gardening or landscaping • Knowledge of local plants is an advantage • Ability to operate gardening tools and equipment • Strong attention to detail • Must hold a current manual driver’s licence • Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team

Requirements – Apprentice Gardener: • Willingness to learn and develop new skills • Interest in horticulture, landscaping, and outdoor work • Must hold a current manual driver’s licence • Reliable and committed to training

Why Work With Us: • Above-award pay • Supportive and professional team environment • Opportunities for training, development, and long-term career growth

To apply, please send your resume and a brief cover letter to [email protected]

GARDEN MAINTENANCE TEAM MEMBER

Team Member required to help with garden maintenance at Escape Villas, a luxury gated community in Port Douglas renowned for beautiful tropical gardens throughout the development. We offer above award hourly rate for the ideal candidate.

Key Duties: Lawn mowing, edging and whipper snipping Weeding, pruning, hedging and general garden maintenance Mulching and planting as per seasonal requirements Routine checks of outdoor areas to ensure property always looking its best Basic upkeep of supplied tools and equipment Reporting maintenance and/or safety requirements to Supervisor

The Ideal Candidate will: Be reliable, hard working and well presented Be respectful of other team members, guests and Villa owners Have the ability to work both independently and as part of a team Be able to manage time effectively Be physically fit as this is an outdoor position Hold a current drivers licence

To apply or to request further information please email [email protected]

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CROWN PRINCESS: Cruise Ship arrival - 30 December 2025

Passengers: 3,000 Crew: 1,100

First tender with passengers is expected at 07:00 and last tender to depart at 16:15.

For more information visit https://www.cruisemapper.com/ships

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