The Douglas Netball Association had a successful sign-on day last week as players dusted off their sneakers and recalled their ball skills after a long off-season. Junior netballers had a skill…
Two men from the Far North are facing serious assault charges following two separate incidents over the weekend. Police were forced to use capsicum spray and a Taser to arrest a 24-year-old man on…
The much-anticipated Wangetti Trail returns to Council Chambers on Tuesday when Councillors will consider providing “in principle” support for the establishment of a Wangetti Trail Hub on the corner…
Douglas Shire residents are set to get a new option when it comes to choosing the type of education that’s right for their children. The Tropical North Steiner School has received approval to begin…
Mossman State High School welcomed a fresh face to the top job at the beginning of this school year. Michelle Lyons has taken on the role of Acting Principal, with a vision to take on the role…
Port Douglas Reef Raiders rugby union coach, Travis Gooch, offers a wry smile when he predicts the team will reach the play-offs this season. The affable former halfback, who hails from Gisborne,…
A 19-year-old man from Cooktown has been arrested and charged with supply of dangerous drugs. Police caught the man when a vehicle in which he was a passenger was pulled over on Endeavour Valley…
A two-lane boat ramp and additional marine infrastructure at Newell Beach is a step closer with the Department of Transport and Main Roads completing the first stage of modelling for the project. …
Just days after being exposed for “pressure selling, false discounting claims and hidden charges”, leading Online Travel Agency, Expedia, will be partnering with Tourism Port Douglas Daintree (TPDD)…
A new field hockey competition is building in the Douglas Shire and residents young and old are being encouraged to join in. The sport has been brought to the region by now Chairman of the Douglas…
