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2024
APRIL
01/04/2024
LETTER TO ED: Mossman resident pleas for Garden slash with claims rat plague on Middlemiss St
02/04/2024
Celebrating 25 years of restoring and conserving the mighty Daintree Rainforest
LETTER TO ED: Extreme vision from new Council required as Quaids Dam remains perfect solution to Douglas Shire water woes
Captain Cook Highway currently closed in both directions due to single vehicle accident near Shannonvale
03/04/2024
Port Douglas realtor among top 53 female agents in Queensland
Port Douglas Surf Life Saving Club launches volunteer patrol season
JUNGLE DRUM: 'Rain, rain go away, come again another day - it's time to future proof the Douglas Shire'
04/04/2024
Boathouse Venue at the marina sets stage for unforgettable celebrations
05/04/2024
How exceptional customer service can weather any storm - practical tips for Douglas Shire businesses
SPECIAL REPORT: Fading jewel in need of restoration
YEEHAW: Country music and GBR - Extraordinary floating event to recognise worthy Douglas Shire, Far North community heroes
08/04/2024
Artistic wizard transforms local care centre with stunning artworks
Hard work starts now as new Council sworn in at morning ceremony
VIDEO: Delight as Mossman Backpackers opens to assist Shire accommodation crisis - forward thinking praised
Tropical biodiversity comes alive at DAB's 'Feathers, Fur or Fins' exhibition
Heartbreak as third person dies at Far North waterfall in two years
09/04/2024
BILL BLOWOUT: Excessive power bills hit Douglas residents hard
VIDEO: A short chat with new Councillor Damian Meadows about his views on the future of the Douglas Shire
CROC DECAPITATION: Investigation into Cow Bay killing runs cold
Video: Newsport discusses water developments, Quaids Dam, Daintree Ferry latest and Port Douglas marina with Lisa Scomazzon
10/04/2024
From dreams to reality: Bower Building’s visionary approach to construction
HOOKED WITH HEFF: Golden fishing period in Douglas Shire
Council endorses WISER application to provide further Douglas Shire water security
Video: A chat with new Douglas Shire Councillor Michael Joseph Rees
11/04/2024
Unlock financial success with insights from Douglas’ finance expert Alex Cook
Cook MP pledges to work closely with Douglas Shire Council to enable future water security
Scomazzon responds to Mossman centric claims, addresses public backlash about Damian Meadows not being appointed Deputy Mayor
12/04/2024
World famous Café del Mar returns to Sheraton for an epic 30th anniversary Carnivale celebration
Raiders ready for premiership opener against Mudcrabs
LAST HURRAH: Can Mossman Mill get financial support for one last crushing season?
JASPER - FOUR MONTHS ON: A look back at the widespread damage and how it united an unbreakable Douglas Shire
WHAT ABOUT US?: Exasperated Douglas Shire resort, accommodation managers implore, Lui, Healy to fight for grant funds
15/04/2024
Bold break-in at NicNak Shed shocks community
Accomplished Mossman pianist Alex Byrne returns for home concert
SAVE OUR SEASON: Mossman Cane Farmers implore State Government to act now - sign the E-Petition today!
16/04/2024
Vibrant celebration as Port Douglas Artists Inc. opens Gallery
LIFE OR DEATH: Resident urges Council to upgrade, improve Douglas Shire flood cameras
WEATHER CHAOS: Torrential downpour catches residents off guard, bridges over, many locals forced to skip work, school
'Quaid's Dam not financially viable' - Council's full response to Bernt Berentsen's Letter to Editor
PICTORIAL SPECIAL: Torrential downpour dumps 230mm on Daintree Village, Port gets 126mm, Mossman 158mm
17/04/2024
Local heroine’s inspiring swim battles youth suicide, raises substantial funds
LETTER TO ED: Mayor's Quaids Dam views concerning, Port Douglas will always pay the bills, be the heartbeat of Douglas Shire
Four performances left - smash hit run of 'My Fair Lady' to wrap up at Clink Theatre this Sunday
COMMENT: Mossman Mill closure a failure of Labor leadership - Senator Susan McDonald
Douglas book on its way
18/04/2024
Big bash to honour 90 years of St Augustine’s Primary School
AROUND THE TRAPS: Stagnant hospital blocks not good enough, Mossman Bowls undergoing huge refurbs
HOOKED WITH HEFF: Daintree guide continues to tap into brilliant run of Barramundi
19/04/2024
Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas launches two new exclusive experiences
Dangerous corner
Reef Raiders keen to tame Bulls in FNQ Rugby round three action
22/04/2024
Silky Oaks Lodge welcomes locals to experience tropical luxury
JUNGLE DRUM: A manual for Douglas Shire residents to use in the aftermath of recent natural disasters
23/04/2024
LETTER TO ED: A thank you to Port Douglas, Mossman and all kind folk who assisted the Daintree community during Jasper
Douglas diggers honoured with display, various ANZAC Day services around Shire this Thursday
Port Douglas revs up for revived Clipper Cup race regatta
EPIC JOURNEY: American nears Port Douglas/Cairns finish line after 8000km solo, unassisted rowing odyssey from Hawaii - UPDATED
EXCLUSIVE VIDEO: I'VE DONE IT! - 8000km, four months at sea, American's sheer joy after completing epic mission from Hawaii
24/04/2024
Transform your canine companion into the best-behaved dog in the room with expert training
Riding high
Two exciting new events added to Carnivale '24
Light up the park a huge success
25/04/2024
Special evening honours volunteers and sponsors of Junior Sharks
VIDEO: Petition created, but the real question remains: When will the Daintree microgrid become a reality?
ANZAC Day honoured with unity and respect in Douglas Shire
26/04/2024
VIDEO: Cow Bay resident questions lack of community consultation regarding upgraded primary health clinic
Woman stable, treated for head injuries following e-scooter accident in Port Douglas
VIDEO: FRIDAY FEELS - Two minutes of beautiful Cape Tribulation beach
29/04/2024
VIDEO: Cynthia Lui addresses 'invisible minister' tag, water matters, BRTI grants, Mossman Mill, strained relationships and re-election ambition
DESI puts out appeal, slams man captured on camera walking on top of a croc trap
Wonga Beach, Daintree Village, Ellis Beach and other Far North heroes recognised at historic Savannah concert on GBR
30/04/2024
End of an era: Eye Boutique Port Douglas closes after 20 years
COMMENT: Daintree microgrid - Don’t be scared of change
VIDEO: DSC, Daintree Coast residents pitch State Government in bid to gain crucial funds allocation for Noah Creek bypass
