Marriner, Hockey, Port bound

Federal Member for Leichhardt, Warren Entsch, says he has orchestrated an event for local businesses which will see Shadow Treasurer Joe Hockey and new Sheraton Mirage part owner, David Marriner, in attendance.

"I've asked Joe (Hockey) to come up to Port Douglas and I'm going to organise a cocktail function for the Port Douglas and Mossman business community," Mr Entsch said.

"I want to show him what needs to be done including the refurbishment of the (Sheraton) Mirage and of course the (Port Douglas lagoon) pool and anything else that the business community can come up with.

"I've asked David Marriner to come up and present directly to Joe, and he may well be in a position to make the necessary announcement."

The event is to be held on Thursday 14 July. More details to come.