Tuesday 8 February 2011
Shaolin sinks in Dickson Inlet
The iconic Chinese Junk Shaolin has fallen victim to Cyclone Yasi as it lay deep within Dickson Inlet with dozens of other boats who…
Tuesday 8 February 2011
What now for local tourism?
by Mat Churchill First it was flooding, now it's cyclones that are posing a threat to Queensland tourism. It seems that the industry…
Tuesday 8 February 2011
Sheraton 5 star shelter from the storm
by Richard and Toni Hopper Being new arrivals to the Port Douglas region and having never experienced or faced the…
Wednesday 9 February 2011
Council review Yasi response
by Mat Churchill A meeting of the disaster coordination group that includes Council and emergency service workers was held on Monday…
Wednesday 9 February 2011
Kiwi sings Port's praises
We can try and pump up our own tires, but there's nothing more effective in promoting our region than the word of mouth from people who…
Wednesday 9 February 2011
Qantas future at risk
Qantas' international arm is under increasing pressure from an influx of competition over the last eight years, to the point where the…
Wednesday 9 February 2011
Support for Port from around the globe
If there was ever any doubt about the way people felt about our town it was blown away in the winds of Cyclone Yasi. Dozens…
Wednesday 9 February 2011
Recovery underway for ecotourism
Ecotourism Australia has launched 'Operation Recovery' to assist ECO tourism certified businesses get back to business after the…
Thursday 10 February 2011
A no interest loan - Interested?
by Mandy Stone General Manager, Port Douglas Neighbourhood Centre Wow what a week for us all! I hope everyone has recovered from…
Thursday 10 February 2011
Disaster payments - are you eligible?
Many residents in the Port Douglas region will be eligible for Government assistance in the wake of Cyclone Yasi. The…
