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2024
JANUARY
01/01/2024
TOP TEN LIST: Newsport’s most read stories of the year – No 10 and 9
02/01/2024
TOP TEN LIST: Newsport’s most read stories of the year – No 8, 7,6
03/01/2024
TOP TEN LIST: Newsport’s most read stories of the year – No 5, 4
04/01/2024
TOP TEN LIST: Newsport’s most read stories of the year – No 2,3
05/01/2024
TOP TEN LIST: Newsport’s most read stories of the year - NUMBER ONE
08/01/2024
Age no barrier to Reef
Queensland Roads Minister inspects Captain Cook Highway, non committal about specific re-opening date
Heavy overnight rain closes roads north of Daintree River, Douglas Shire on level 4 water restrictions
09/01/2024
FERRY DEBACLE – Daintree residents furious as restricted hours impact livelihoods, locals question honesty of Douglas Shire Council
45 DAYS OR BUST: Mill given extension
10/01/2024
Man deceased, woman in custody after alleged stabbing incident at Palm Cove
FULL STEAM AHEAD: The entire Captain Cook Highway between Port Douglas and Cairns to re-open to motorists from January 20
11/01/2024
INSURANCE NIGHTMARE: Mossman businesses face flood claim refusals
Douglas encourages tourists, hydrologist assesses Mossman businesses, Daintree residents call for urgent action
Mossman shop owners demonstrate resilience amid heartbreak in post-flood recovery
12/01/2024
Work begins on mammoth task to clear landslip on Noah's Range
Heavy overnight rainfall forces closure of roads north of Daintree River, Douglas Shire on level 4 water restrictions
Will last night's heavy rainfall delay the re-opening of the Captain Cook Highway on January 20?
CUT OFF AGAIN: Only road link to Douglas flooded
13/01/2024
Region eagerly monitors Bushy Creek
15/01/2024
82-year-old superstar collects 100,000 recyclables, bestows $10,000 to benefit community
RECOUNTING THE TALE: Gigantic landslide stops just short of demolishing Cape Trib house during last year's December rainfall
GET WITH THE TIMES: Calls grow louder for Bushy Creek Bridge, road to be raised as Douglas Shire motorists face delays due to on/off again flooding
16/01/2024
Niramaya’s culinary evolution brings Bali to Port Douglas
NOT GOOD ENOUGH: Deputy Commissioner visits the Daintree as fed-up residents lament lack of planning and foresight regarding urgent needs
YOU BEAUTY: TMR boss reaffirms Captain Cook Highway remains on track to re-open between Douglas and Cairns this Saturday
17/01/2024
Celebrity goat Rogan causes a stir in Port Douglas during unusual visit
THE JUNGLE DRUM: The good, bad and ugly of disasters like Ex Tropical Cyclone Jasper, extreme rain events
LETTER TO ED: Diwan business owner, ratepayer implores Douglas Shire Council to upgrade Ironbark Rd
18/01/2024
Sheraton heats up the January long weekend with “Hot & Spicy” events
LETTER TO ED: Who is directly in charge of the Daintree Ferry and why do we never ever hear from that individual?
CROCODILE SPEAK: Douglas Shire Daintree River crocs playing their part in astounding research to help us understand them better
ONGOING EMBARRASSMENT: Upgrades to Bushy Creek Bridge needs to be a key, immediate priority for Cynthia Lui and TMR
19/01/2024
COMMENT: Nature will recover, it's the Daintree way of life
Talented young Douglas athletes shine with National Championship success
PAINFUL WAIT: Report on Mossman businesses insurance claims could take four months
HERE FOR THE LONG HAUL: Disaster boss reaffirms ongoing assistance efforts to Mossman, Daintree, Degarra and all Shire residents
SCHOOL TRANSPORT DILEMMA: Highway delays mean limited buses to Cairns, satellite classes in Douglas
20/01/2024
WIDESPREAD PRAISE: Douglas Shire motorists rejoice as Captain Cook Highway reopens, drivers experience decent drive times
22/01/2024
AFTER THE DELUGE: Mossman Gymnastics Club faces challenges, while bowls club extends helping hand to community
COMPLETE CALAMITY: Embarrassing state of Douglas Shire water supply again exposed for all to see
Mossman teacher's idea and Port Douglas resorts' generosity assists locals, Gorge residents in tough times
CYCLONE LOOMS: But not expected to impact Douglas, BoM says
23/01/2024
LETTER TO ED: TNQ Transport Services, Entrada equally responsible for Daintree Ferry operations as Douglas Shire Council - Reader
Water petition launched as fed up and frustrated residents demand action, transparency from Douglas Shire Council
Photogallery: Students dive into a new academic chapter
MAJOR BREAKTHROUGH: Coen man charged with alleged murder in relation to baffling disappearance of Allison Bernard
24/01/2024
Hilltop masterpiece provides unique retreat for nature lovers
BlazeAid extends a helping hand to Daintree Village flood affected farmers
CYCLONE WATCH: BoM still predicting latest cyclone to impact well away from Douglas Shire
LETTER TO EDITOR: Newsport reader queries Douglas Shire Mayor's honesty and accuracy about water consumption statement
Calls for DSC to launch independent review of operational, tactical and strategic effectiveness in wake of post Jasper, major flood event
25/01/2024
Top honours for Douglas Shire Restaurants in 2024 Chef Hat Awards
LETTER TO ED: Water expert has say about ongoing failure of Douglas Shire water system
EXCLUSIVE: Hush meeting held as stakeholders gather to discuss future of Mossman Mill ahead of crucial Feb 15 deadline
26/01/2024
A flavourful escape from the Monday blues in the heart of Port Douglas
LETTER TO ED: Douglas Shire Council failure, incompetence around water system management sparks questions about Cairns re-amalgamation
New citizens and local achievers celebrated in Douglas Shire's Australia Day Ceremony
PUBLIC BUS: New Douglas-Cairns public and school share bus service Mon-Fri
29/01/2024
Respected 80-year old local doctor concludes intriguing medical career spanning the globe
CHEERS TO THAT: Solid plans for new Wonga Beach watering hole
LETTER TO ED: Water Security – could the answer be beneath our feet in the Douglas Shire?
30/01/2024
MasterChef star Khanh Ong lights up Sheraton’s long weekend
JUNGLE DRUM: Resident slams painful, laconic response to Daintree recovery efforts post Jasper and heavy rain events
31/01/2024
MAJOR BREAKTHROUGH: Coen man charged with alleged murder in relation to baffling disappearance of Allison Bernard
Wujal Wujal students to continue schooling thanks to kindness of Cooktown PCYC
