Friday 6 January 2012
"Corpse flower" a spectacle
A spectacular sight is about to unfurl at Cairns Botanic Gardens, as a rare rainforest giant prepares to bloom. The Amorphophallus titanum known as…
Friday 6 January 2012
Marathon recommended by NY Times
The New York Times' reporter and avid marathon runner, Tom Sims, has added the 2012 Solar Eclipse Marathon to be held in Port Douglas on 14…
Monday 9 January 2012
New law for building industry
Building designers, architects, builders, engineers and all those involved in the design of buildings will be required to adhere to 'Safe Design'…
Monday 9 January 2012
Call for Precinct contractors
Cairns Regional Council has called for contractors to begin early works on the Cairns Entertainment Precinct. Expressions of Interest are sought…
Monday 9 January 2012
$300,000 boost for CIAF
Far North Queensland is set to receive a boost for indigenous arts and culture to lure more tourists with the announcement of a funding increase of…
Monday 9 January 2012
STOP! Look closer urges locals
An alternative site for the Port Douglas cyclone shelter has been raised by two local campaigners who believe the community is being short…
Monday 9 January 2012
Bulls Masters eye Port return
Whispers coming from the Port Douglas Mudcrabs cricket club suggest that the Bulls Masters may be returning to Port Douglas once again. …
Tuesday 10 January 2012
Infrastructure concerns grow
Calls from the public are growing louder for infrastructure improvements in and around Port Douglas. A lack of street lighting and faulty…
Tuesday 10 January 2012
Local groups receive thousands in grants
Community groups in the Far North will get a kick start for the New Year, with local groups sharing in $298,746 in State Government…
Tuesday 10 January 2012
Big numbers turn out for bowls
The holiday season has been outstanding with a record number of players turning out for afternoons of friendly and extremely sociable…
