Weekend Edition

Wonga resort plan ready to set new green standards

Close to 70 luxury units have been proposed for the long-vacant “Redbacks” site at Wonga Beach as part of a “world class luxury and service resort complex”.

Push for Port Douglas pool hall gathering steam

Port Douglas may be getting a brand new pool hall above the Wicked Ice Cream shop on Macrossan Street.

WATCH THE VIDEO: Cassowaries galore to get 2026 off to a great start

Cassowaries have been capturing the attention and hearts of Daintree locals and visitors as a "flock of dinosaurs” cruise through Daintree Rainforest Village daily.

Snakes alive! Reptile season at the peak of powers

Authorities are warning Queenslanders to remain vigilant when it comes to venomous snakes in Far North Queensland, with more than 220 people attending four of our hospitals with confirmed snakebites last year, including 26 at Mossman hospital.

Port hostel aiming to pack in more backpackers

Port Douglas Backpackers on Warner Street in the CBD is aiming to expand its capacity by more than 70 beds.

Six months in, Cosmos continues to shake up Port Douglas nightlife

Since opening its doors on Grant Street in July 2025, Cosmos Cocktail Lounge has been making waves in Port Douglas with a nightlife experience that’s anything but ordinary, and now the venue is shaking things up with exciting new offerings.

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NO INTEREST LOAN SCHEME (NILS) WORKER

Position – Purpose, Responsibilities and Duties

The NILS Worker is responsible for the delivery of the No Interest Loan Scheme to eligible community members, providing safe, accessible and confidential financial support to individuals and families on low incomes. The role supports clients to access fair and affordable credit, build financial capability, and reduce reliance on high-cost lending, while working within program guidelines, organisational policies and funding requirements.

FULL-TIME LANDSCAPE GARDENER

This could be the job for you if:

• You’re an Australian resident

• You enjoy working outdoors in beautiful locations

• You’re physically fit, keen to learn, and not afraid of hard work

• You like knocking off at the end of the day and still having time to enjoy life

• You want your weekends free for camping, fishing, and making the most of North Queensland

Community Notices

PORT DOUGLAS MARINA MARKETS DATES FOR JANUARY 2026

Need a lift? Facing transport challenges?

Our Community Transport Service is here to help!

Where can we take you? We offer transport outside of Port Douglas, including destinations across the wider Douglas Shire and Cairns.

Cost: Our service is FREE, though gold coin donations are always appreciated to help keep this community initiative running.

Ready to book your ride? Call us on 4099 5518 or email [email protected]

Please make sure to book at least 24 hours in advance.

Note: Transport is only available for trips outside Port Douglas.

Helping our community stay connected, one trip at a time!.

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