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1080 poison a looming threat for Douglas Shire
As the Mossman Mill in Douglas Shire closes, property owners are facing a critical decision regarding pest management in a rapidly changing agricultural landscape.

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Sports Digest: Crocs are back on track
The Port Douglas Crocs have impressed early in 2025, launching into the season with a solid first pre-season training on Monday night where more than 25 hit the track.

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So much cane misses out on this year's harvest
As Mossman cane farmer Peter Verri stands in front of a section of about 50 per cent of his 2024 crop that did not end up being harvested this season, he is asked: “Will this be your last sugar harvest?”

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NEWSPORT NEWSFEED: Douglas Australia Day change would be wiped by Dutton
Liberal Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has doubled down on his culture campaign saying he will mandate that Local Councils hold official Australia Day celebrations on January 26 if he takes government at the next Federal Election.

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Horticulturists

Do you love plants and developing gardens? We are looking for a Horticulturist and Gardener to join our team.

About us Hortulus is well respected in designing, building and maintaining gardens working in the Port Douglas and Cairns surrounds.

The opportunity We are looking for a Horticulturist/Gardener to join our team. You will be responsible for maintaining and developing our clients gardens and keeping them to the Hortulus standard. Your tasks will include but not limited to planting, pruning, irrigation, weeding, lawn services, fertilising and general garden care.

Who we are looking for • To be part of Hortulus, you need to love what you do, which shows in your work • Hort III certificate is preferred but not essential if you have practical experience • You have a sound knowledge of irrigation, plants, pest and diseases • You are comfortable working with tools, including working on ladders • Current drivers licence • You love to be outdoors, and rainy days don’t bother you • You are passionate, positive and honest, with a strong work ethic

What we can offer you? • Great working environment and culture: You will work as part of a team of two or three and interact with the broader teams as needed. • Opportunity to be part of a skilled team where you will strengthen your skills • Career progression for employees that demonstrate ability, passion and values with the company culture • Exposure to a variety of high-end projects • Flexible working hours

If you are interested please submit your CV to [email protected] Check us out on Instagram hortulus_landscapes or via www.hortulus.com.au

MAIL SORTING ASSISTANT

The Port Douglas Licensed Post Office are looking for a casual employee to complement the existing team to do a primary mail and parcels sort for the area. This work will start at our Craiglie facility then finish at the outlet in Port Douglas.

The hours are 06.00 to 09.00 weekdays and this role is time sensitive.

While experience in mail and parcel management would be an advantage - on the job training will be critical to you reaching the expected levels of competence that we will both expect and require.

A licence and transport will be necessary and mileage will be paid.

For consideration, please forward your resume to the email address as provided and or if you have any questions, contact Christopher McCulloch on 0414 411 778.

PROPERTY MANAGER

Are you currently a Property Manager looking to work in a supportive environment with lots of training and job satisfaction?

Or are you looking for a change of pace? Are you searching for a new career or looking to try something new? Have you ever considered Property Management?

Do you like… • A dynamic work environment where no two days are the same? • Helping people and problem solving? • Working in a place where your organisational skills and eye for detail will be appreciated? • Working in a supportive team environment as well as being self motivated to work on your own?

You will love this job if you are self disciplined with your time management and you have strong administration skills.

You will find this job a dream if you are a great communicator on the phone and via email.

Whilst experience is preferred, if you have no experience necessary, just a great attitude and willingness to learn. All training will be provided to the right applicant.

If you have a good sense of humour, a great team spirit and can get the job done…… contact us today!

Position is Monday - Friday - 9am - 5pm

Email your CV to [email protected] by 5pm Friday 24 January 2025

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UNDERWATER HOCKEY

learn how to swim and dive better, hack your body practise some underwater yoga whilst getting a great Cardio workout with a great group of people, multiage multi gender sport....

Every Friday night at the Mossman pool

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