We all know Port Douglas is a beautiful place to live and visit, but recent events have made us look at how we can make the experience even better.

Community concern over isolated instances of violence in Macrossan and Grant Streets have grown over the past 12 months.

This concern has peaked with a recent incident which left Matthew Manns requiring surgery for a broken jaw. Cameras within a licensed premise captured the incident and lead to the arrest of two people.

There are many people who believe the installation of security cameras in strategically placed 'hot spots' will reduce these instances, while assisting police to prosecute offenders.

Pictured: Port Douglas Police's Damian Meadows, Maz Manns, Matthew Manns, and Division 10 councillor Julia Leu.

Of course, these cameras would also help to identify people committing other crimes such as graffiti and vandalism.

If the presence of inconspicuous cameras play a role in ensuring our night's out end on a positive night, then maybe it's time to make our voices heard.

Port Douglas Police, Division 10 councillor Julia Leu, Matthew Manns and his mother Maz have thrown their support behind the initiative.

If you'd like to do the same, The Newsport has created an online e-petition which has been registered with the State Government where Queensland residents can add their name.

If you live outside of Queensland then simply leave your name, town, and message (if you choose) in the Have Your Say section below.

On closure of the petition on 31 March, we'll make sure it gets noticed by the relevant government officials, elected or otherwise, in a bid to receive funding for cameras.

Add your name to the e-petition

Port Douglas has a reputation as a laid-back and relaxed place. This petition may play a part in keeping that reputation intact for years to come. 

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