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2024
JUNE
03/06/2024
Champion Newsport’s trustworthy local news during this week’s special campaign
EXCLUSIVE - HARVEST GO AHEAD: Mossman gets green light to send its sugar cane down the highway to Mulgrave
Police launch public appeal to locate two missing children from Mareeba
Douglas Shire motorists reminded to plan accordingly ahead of all day, Captain Cook Highway closure on June 16 due to IRONMAN
04/06/2024
WICKED WINS: Coconut Delight sorbet from Port Douglas ice cream shop awarded major prize
Daintree Eco-Lodge to provide unique, First Nations beer offering to add to luxury experience
Man stable, sustains a shoulder injury after motorbike accident in Craiglie
05/06/2024
Experience unmatched luxury living at this golfing paradise and beach retreat
LETTER TO ED: Newsport reader praises organisers for brilliant Port Douglas Carnivale 2024
More time needed for Douglas Shire primary producers to apply for and conduct works under disaster recovery grants
NEVERENDING: BoM confirms Douglas Shire has just endured ninth wettest 'wet season' in local history
06/06/2024
Local reader submits 'Black Dog' poem after emotional response to Newsport story
Spate of close calls and near misses in Douglas Shire sparks e-scooter safety, responsibility reminder from ex Port Douglas Police boss
07/06/2024
Mossman Show hunts for stellar team of Young Rural Ambassadors
HOOKED WITH HEFF: Douglas Shire fishing now red hot after frustrating, extended wet season
Newsport reader questionaire - take our survey today, play a key role in defining our ongoing Douglas Shire news coverage
10/06/2024
Two Bendigo Bank personnel to visit ahead of Newsport campaign to speed up re-opening of Mossman Bendigo Bank
Man stable, suffers minor injuries after early morning accident on Captain Cook Highway
Major interest as Port Douglas Marina remains for sale – for now…
11/06/2024
Local students shine at Carnivale Parade, community service and FNQ Readers Cup
DELAYED START: No work on Daintree microgrid power project until next year
Stacey and Russel celebrate 15 years of delivering service with a smile, the best pies at Mossman Bakery
Controversy brews as Douglas sugar growers forge ahead with haulage plans
12/06/2024
Seasoned Port Douglas chef to take the lead for Hughie’s next long lunch instalment
New project to protect critically-endangered mountain-top nursery frog based near Port Douglas
EDITOR'S COMMENT: Douglas – The State Government’s taken-for-granted and forgotten Shire - Budget reaction
$8 million more in cyclone insurance claims paid to Douglas Shire residents, business owners
LETTER TO ED: Mossman business pens heartfelt special Letter-to-Ed, details battle post flood, thanks Warren Entsch, re-confirms opening hours
13/06/2024
JUNGLE DRUM: Future CEO appointment key to flourishing Douglas Shire - get it right!
Douglas Shire to unite ahead of Daintree State School's 100th birthday celebrations
Kempton: 'Labor budget has abandoned crucial needs of Douglas Shire'
Cook MP Cynthia Lui discusses Labor State budget allocations for Cook electorate, Douglas Shire
14/06/2024
Five expert tips from Ray White Port Douglas to prepare investors for the upcoming financial year
Course proves pivotal as Douglas Shire students gain Port Douglas, Mossman job offers following NITA graduation
Mighty Raiders chasing six from six with home win against Mudcrabs
REMINDER: Captain Cook Highway between Port Douglas and Cairns CLOSED all day this Sunday to all motorists
17/06/2024
Years behind schedule, first section of Wangetti Trail between Palm Cove to Ellis Beach expected to "open late this year"
$40K TO STAY: New incentives to tackle doctor shortage, more reasons for GPs to practice permanently in Douglas Shire
EXCLUSIVE VIDEO: Car fully ablaze, engulfed in flames after roadside fire on Port Douglas Road
18/06/2024
New Low Isles caretakers unveil ambitious vision for island revitalisation
Treasured Warri Park Port Douglas crocodile declared ‘problem croc’, targeted for removal, its 'size, location, risk to community' - DESI
Community connections spark at free monthly 'Light up the park' event
LETTER TO ED: Newsport reader backs budget comment piece, questions State Government's genuine investment in Douglas Shire
19/06/2024
NEW YORK, NEW YORK: Broadway’s bright lights beckons for Mossman’s favourite daughter
MOSSMAN CANEFARMERS REJOICE - State confirms $6M cash windfall to assist cane transport costs, Gordonvale harvest
VIDEO: Million smiles as Alexandra Bay students gain new lego, dreams of appearing on favourite TV show a step closer
20/06/2024
Telstra moves to spruce up Wonga Beach site after backlash from local residents
Relief, real work starts now as it's all hands on deck to transport harvest to Gordonvale
WATER UPDATE: After six painful months and countless setbacks…Removal of level three, entire DSC water restrictions hinge on key pipeline project
21/06/2024
Seniors kick back and get pampered in Kubirri’s luxurious new wellness space
Woman suffers back injuries, taken to Mossman Hospital after car collides with tree near Miallo
23/06/2024
UNFOLDING STORY: Police hunt man in his 30s after morning armed robbery at Port Douglas IGA
24/06/2024
Three responses received, Council to determine future Daintree Ferry owner/operator business model
Mossman, Far North students enjoy John Moriarty football gala day
SHOT AT LOVE: Douglas Shire, let’s unite – who’s the guy that caught Gemma’s attention in the Port IGA car park?
25/06/2024
First-ever scarecrow competition takes flight in Douglas Shire, inviting everyone to join
'Urine, waxing, dilute acid, mud packs and dry ice' - I've heard them all as Stinging Tree era re-emerges in Douglas Shire
Port IGA alleged armed robbery offender allegedly linked to Douglas Shire Council official
GET HOOKED: Perfect conditions means excellent fishing across the Douglas Shire
26/06/2024
New Daintree foodie experience unveiled by resilient businesses in response to Cyclone Jasper
Tourist takes the stage at Clink Theatre
Big spends on road repairs and water infrastructure in first budget from new Council, rate increases kept low
VIDEO: QLD Water Minister Glenn Butcher discusses the Douglas Shire’s catastrophic water security failure and the path moving forward
27/06/2024
Ramada Port Douglas continual supporter of NITA program
Heff’s Legacy: 20 years of expertise and passion in Australian fishing media
28/06/2024
Drag Queens and charity unite for Douglas Shire kids in need
THANKS PAUL: ‘Yadda, yadda, yadda’ – the Douglas Shire’s veteran broadcaster, biggest Seinfeld fan, hangs up the headphones
