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Newsport Alert - Weekly Wrap

Newsport Alert - Weekly Wrap

Zhailen Fabellon & Newsport Publishing
August 31, 2025

Weekend Edition

Water relief in sight as $16.4m treatment plant plan unveiled

A new $16.4m water-treatment plant is set to be built in Mossman to help secure the long-term water future of Douglas Shire.

Wangetti Trail redesign on the way, including pledge to listen to the locals

The next section of the multi-million dollar Wangetti Trail between Ellis Beach and Wangetti will be built with more input from the Far North Queensland community, the State Government says.

Truck-trial results a crucial factor in cane-industry deal

Mossman cane growers are anxiously awaiting the release of the results of a Captain Cook Highway B-double truck trial, saying sorting out the haulage issues to Mulgrave Sugar Mill in Gordonvale as soon as possible is the key to making the local industry viable in the longer-term.

New Craiglie estate breakthrough - Highway slip lanes, housing, set to be built

The stalled New Port Estate Stage Two housing project at Craiglie has kicked back into gear today in a big way with the State Government announcing a $6.6m grant for necessary roadworks and other essential services.

Illegal beach fires are a burning issue in Port Douglas

There have been 20 complaints lodged with Douglas Shire Council about illegal camping on Four Mile Beach in Port Douglas in less than two months.

Business of the day

Upcoming Events

Geoff Black

Date: Sunday 31 August 2025

Time: 11:00am - 2:00pm

Location: Club Mossman

80th birthday Major prize draw - $10,000 cash total in prizes

Date: Sunday 31 August 2025

Time: 2:00pm - 5:30pm

Location: Club Mossman

TUSK – The Fleetwood Mac Tribute | Live at The YACHTY

Date: Sunday 31 August 2025

Time: 4pm - 8pm

Location: The YACHTY - Port Douglas Yacht Club - 1 spinnaker cl - Port Douglas

Four Mile Beach Monthly Clean-up

Date: Wednesday 3 September 2025

Time: 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Location: Daintree Lounge at the Sheraton Grand Mirage, Port Douglas (behind the piano)

Positions Vacant

OFFICE ADMIN POSITION

Monday to Friday - 7am or 8am start and negotiable finish time Job includes Customer Service, Phone Queries and Computer Work

On the job training will be provided and a supervisor is in the office to assist. Busy daily routine with varied tasks within the office.

If you would like to join the team at Burmack in Mossman, Call in or PH 40982848 or send a resume to [email protected]

BEVERAGE & EVENTS ATTENDANT

Palmer Sea Reef Golf Course is Australia's premier tropical links golf course.

We are currently seeking a highly-motivated, enthusiastic Beverage & Events 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]