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Newsport Alert Wednesday 29 October 2025

Newsport Alert Wednesday 29 October 2025

Zhailen Fabellon & Newsport Publishing
October 29, 2025

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Taxing tourists on Douglas Shire's agenda

“Tourist levies” or a “visitor tax” should be introduced in Douglas Shire to help pay for the costs of services such as collecting rubbish, fixing roads and providing water, Mayor Lisa Scomazzon says.

JUNGLE DRUM: Comments have been turned off for this Post

Last year I was at a friend's house and she said in response to something I said 'You don't like it when people disagree with you though'. I thought about it and replied 'I don't think anybody does'.

Man injured falling from boat off Four Mile Beach

A man in his 20s was taken to Mossman hospital by ambulance in a stable condition on Sunday evening after falling from a boat off the coast of Four Mile Beach at Port Douglas.

WATCH THE VIDEO: Douglas students request high-level Canberra meeting with PM

A group of Port Douglas students have been going to great lengths for a shot at meeting the Australian Prime Minister.

Business of the day

Upcoming Events

Bingo

Date: Thursday 30 October 2025

Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Location: Club Mossman

Katie Richards @ Ellis
Beach Bar & Grill

Date: Friday 31 October 2025

Time: 5:30pm - 8:30pm

Location: Ellis Beach Bar & Grill

Rockin' Rick Karaoke

Date: Friday 31 October 2025

Time: 7:30pm - 10:30pm

Location: Club Mossman

Wait-a-While

Date: Saturday 1 November 2025

Time: 7:30pm - 10:30pm

Location: Club Mossman

Public Notices

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING NOTICE

Details: Jabalbina 2025 Annual General Meeting Contact Information: (07) 4098 3552 or email [email protected]

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING NOTICE

Details: Jabalbina 2025 Annual General Meeting Contact Information: (07) 4098 3552 or email [email protected]

Positions Vacant

FOOD AND BEVERAGE ATTENDANT

Palmer Sea Reef Golf Course is Australia's premier tropical links golf course. An exciting opportunity has become available in our beverage department.

We are currently seeking a highly-motivated, enthusiastic Food and Beverage Attendant to become an integral member of our Food and Beverage Team.

The successful candidate will be working in a fast paced environment, servicing new, and regular customer bases and will be required to ensure the high standards of our facilities are upheld at all times with a friendly and professional approach.

The successful applicant will be a motivated, confident individual able to perform under pressure.

Criteria:

Strong communication skills both written and oral.

Hold a current Responsible Service of Alcohol certificate.

Uncompromising attitude towards high quality, presentation and safety.

This is a casual position on a 7 day roster, flexibility is essential, and staff will be required to work to the needs of the business, including weekends.

If this sounds like you please forward your resume and brief cover letter to: [email protected]

CASUAL SCHOOL BUS DRIVER,

We are seeking a reliable and friendly local driver to join our team in Mossman

Position: Casual School Bus Driver Start: Immediate Rate: $41.13 per hour (above award) Hours: 2.5 hours per day (morning + afternoon school runs, Monday–Friday) Charter driving is available only as required depending on how many bookings we receive.

Requirements:

Must hold a current MR or Higher license and Driver Authority (DA) or willing to obtain. (we are happy to help if you need direction in obtaining a license or DA)

Excellent safety record and professional attitude

Must live locally (Mossman or nearby area)

If you’re looking for steady hours, great pay, and a friendly local team — we’d love to hear from you!

Apply now by calling 4098-2380 or email [email protected]

We hope to Hear from you soon ! Alex - 2IC Mark - Operations Manager