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Ellen is the pride of Wonga Beach fire brigade

Wonga Beach Rural Fire Brigade volunteer Ellen Ross has been recognised for her tireless service and dedication to her community as part of the Northern Region Rural Fire Service Queensland Awards.

Shire beach residents chosen to trial national warning system

Cooya Beach, Newell Beach, and Wonga Beach have been chosen as the only Queensland region set to take part in a national trial of a new phone emergency-warning system.

Owen Street on a fast track as social housing goes up in rapid time

Roads across the Mossman region were temporarily closed down last week to allow for a convoy of trucks to deliver pre-fabricated sections of a State Government 18-home social-housing project which is now already half-built on Owen Street.

Asking the million-dollar question about why Wonga streets keep flooding

A $1.35m plan to fix the drainage at Wonga has been unveiled by Douglas Shire Council.

New outdoor library space planned - no trees allowed

Several large trees on the eastern side of the Mossman Library are in the firing line following a plan to build a new $70,000 outdoor space next to the building.

Business of the day


Community Walk Darkness into the Light

Date: Saturday 9 May 2026

Time: 05.00am

Location: Cafe Fresq Port Douglas


SOUND HEALING

Date: Saturday 9 May 2026

Time: 7pm - 8pm

Location: Port Douglas Yoga Studio


TRIVIA NIGHT @ 3Sixteen Bar & Bistro, RAMADA RESORT - Every Thursday

Date: Thursday 14 May 2026

Time:6:30pm - 8:00pm

Location: 3Sixteen Bar & Bistro at Ramada Resort, Port Douglas


Bingo with K-Star

Date: Thursday 14 May 2026

Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Location: Club Mossman

FULL-TIME AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC

Position Title: Automotive Mechanic
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: Mossman
Reports To: Workshop Manager / Business Owner

About the Business
We are a well-established, locally owned mechanical workshop with a strong reputation for reliable service, quality workmanship, and long-term customer relationships. Serving the community for 40 years, we pride ourselves on honesty and efficiency.

Position Overview
We are seeking a qualified and experienced Automotive Mechanic to join our team on a full-time basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a wide range of vehicles while delivering high-quality service and ensuring customer satisfaction.

ROGERS, Ian Peter
25 September 1960 – 20 April 2026

Ian sadly passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by love.

Much loved Dad, adored Poppy, and cherished friend. Ian lived a full and meaningful life and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

With heavy hearts and tears in their eyes, Denni and Hayden warmly invite family and friends to attend a celebration of Ian’s life in Brisbane to be held at:

Wolston Park Golf Club, Wacol QLD 4076

Friday, 15 May 2026 at 3:00pm

A wake will follow at the same location. All are welcome to join in celebrating his life.Denni Wright-Brown
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