Perth couple's honeymoon in Port Douglas leads to heartwarming adoption of shelter dog Eddie

FATEFUL CONNECTION

Familiar faces take spoils at Reef to Reef

GREAT EVENT

A journey back in time: Newsport reader shares memories of Port Douglas in 1950

NOSTALGIC TALES

MOSSMAN PROUD: Mikhail Laxton releases new album that pays tribute to his Douglas Shire upbringing

FAR NORTH PROUD

TIGHTLIPPED: Billionaire quiet about any future re-development of Crystalbrook Superyacht marina in Port Douglas

WHAT'S NEXT

Reader overjoyed following Newsport story reaction, potential developments regarding mental health resources

UPDATE

Couple’s cassowary sightings inspire awe

CASSOWARIES ENCOUNTER

RISKY CONDUCT: Young boys play in crocodiles’ front yard

CROC COUNTRY

Feature of the Week

Swinging for Good: Salsa Sorensen Golf Day raises significant amount to benefit local causes

BUSINESS FEATURE

Increase in Douglas Shire long-term rentals: Real estate expert unveils factors behind this shift

BUSINESS FEATURE

Community Classifieds

Units for Rent on Warner Street  Contact: 0419 757 864

6-8 October SAVANNAH IN THE ROUND  Get your tickets today!! https://www.savannahintheround.com.au

Events

Positions Vacant

$36 per hour Casual Coxswain - Daintree River Tour Guide (Immediate Start).Join Our Team at Bruce Belcher's Daintree River Cruises!Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey with Bruce Belcher's Daintree River Cruises? We're a renowned business established in 1987, offering captivating 1-hour Daintree River Wildlife Cruises in one of the world's UNESCO-listed areas. We are currently seeking a professional and experienced Casual Coxswain to join our growing team and lead our engaging Daintree River Wildlife Cruises.

WAREHOUSE MANAGERWarehouse Manager required (full-time position) for a busy event / party hire company. This position requires someone who is incredibly well organized, has a great work ethic, a “can do” attitude and is prepared to work in a busy and creative environment.Experience & Skills Required● Excellent leadership & Communication skills● Able to lead a team of staff● Sound OH&S understanding● Driver’s Licence including ManualVehicles● Proven capabilities in maintenance with the use of power tools andgeneral carpentry repairs● ForkLiftLicense● Flexibility in work hours – ability to cover staff shortages for after hoursand weekend delivery if needed.

Community Notices

'THE GREAT COMEDY DEBATE' FUNDRAISERAugust 26thSaturday 26th August 7pmBar Open 6pmThe Clink Theatre Mowbray StreetPort DouglasThe third annual 'Great Comedy Debate' is back this year, to raise money for Port Douglas State School P&C Committee and the Clink Theatre.A night of laughter, opinions, fun, arguments, drinks and prizes!Come and watch the Teachers vie against the Parents with the topical argument that"Winners and Grinners- Not everyone gets a prize."

CHILDREN'S CONTACT SERVICE (SUPERVISED VISITATION AND/OR CHANGEOVER) - NOW AVAILABLE IN THE DOUGLAS SHIREMossman Port Douglas Counselling Services (MPDCS), Proudly Awarded the 2023 Global Health & Pharma Mental Health Award: Most Inclusive Counselling Centre - Tropical North QueenslandMPDCS offers a Children’s Contact Service (CCS) in the Douglas Shire. We offer (1) Supervised Visitations and/or (2) ChangeoverMPDCS provides a respectful, understanding and safe environment for our CCS where we can support parents to meet requirements of Court Orders or other directives, assist them with separation and co-parenting difficulties, or facilitate changeover