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Newsport Alert - Weekly Wrap
Zhailen Fabellon & Newsport Publishing
October 05, 2025
Weekend Edition
Cook MP says a new Noah Creek Bridge is coming next year
A new $12m bridge capable of supporting 44-tonne trucks will be built next year across Noah Creek just south of Cape Tribulation, the State Government has announced.
Traveller Award honours Forever Reef Project for sustainable tourism
Port Douglas’ very own Forever Reef Project has been honoured with a Traveller Award for Sustainability, highlighting the region as a global leader in conservation and sustainable tourism.
Developer wants Port Douglas land sale stopped
The developer behind the now-scrapped more than $300m Port Douglas Fairmont Resort planned for a 2ha vacant block on Port Douglas Road is calling for the immediate halt to the sale of the block.
Port Douglas dingoes stay in Council's sights
Port Douglas dingoes behaving aggressively and prowling resorts will be trapped and shot, with Douglas Shire Council doubling down on its management of the issue having received more than 30 formal complaints about the animals.
Savannah Sounds locked in for three years
Savannah Sounds, the three-day music festival at the centre of Port Douglas Carnivale for the first time in 2025, has been backed in by Douglas Shire Council for the next three years with almost $90,000 of support signed off at council’s latest meeting.
New festival brings music and inclusivity to Port Douglas
It’s about to get hot and steamy in Port Douglas again this summer, with a brand-new LGBTQIA+ festival set to light up the region from 13 to 15 February.
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Full Time and Part Time - Security Guard position
Mirage Villas Security is looking for a professional and dependable Security Guard to join our team in a full-time and part-time position.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform internal and external patrols to ensure a safe and secure environment.
Monitor access control.
Respond to incidents and escalate as necessary, following protocols.
Maintain logs and reports.
Work collaboratively with other security team members.
Essential Requirements
Valid QLD Security Licence.
Current First Aid & CPR Certification.
Must be located in Port Douglas or be willing to relocate.
Intermediate knowledge of Office 365 or above.
Must be able to work some nights and weekends on a roster.
A professional and presentable demeanor.
Send your resume to [email protected]
FULL TIME / PART TIME POOL CLEANER
We are looking for pool and spa technician to join our team. Port Douglas Pool Shop is a long running family business that has been servicing commercial and residential pools and spas in the region for over 20 years.
Three month visa applicants will unfortunately not be accepted.
All training will be provided for the right person and key responsibilities include:
Cleaning of swimming pools and spas in both residential and commercial environments
Water testing and adding of chemicals
Preparation of service reports via infield app
Observe and report pool equipment issues
If you have a current driver’s license, take pride in your work with a high level of attention to detail, great customer service and communications skills and the ability to work independently outdoors, please send your resume to [email protected]
AA meetings in Port Douglas are Open Meetings. Anyone is welcome to come along. We offer a warm, friendly and safe environment for anyone struggling with Alcohol.
