The Port Douglas Markets have been given the go-ahead by Council to resume operating on 28 June with restrictions in place. A maximum of 70 stalls spaced 1.5 metres apart is part of several…
Police have intercepted three Kowanyama men carrying a large quantity of alcohol in a restricted zone in Cape York. A Toyota Landcruiser bound for Kowanyama was intercepted on Kowanyama Pormpuraaw…
Queensland’s hard-hit tourism sector has been given a boost from the state government via a new tourism campaign projected to deliver a $1 billion in overnight accommodation takings for tourism…
In the new environment of political leaders being more willing to accept expert advice, it seemed a little perplexing that the Government would reject the unanimous recommendation of the Defence…
The local wedding industry is bracing for a rush of loved up couple’s keen to tie the knot in the Douglas Shire next year. There are an estimated 500 weddings held in the area per year, which is…
It's Mossman’s turn to shine with new decorative lighting being installed in the iconic raintrees, located at the northern edge of town. Those passing under the trees will be treated to the…
Efforts to protect and restore key coral reefs in the Port Douglas and Cairns region will receive a $1.7 million life injection through the creation of Australia’s first integrated Reef Restoration…
It’s been a long time between drinks but slowly the pubs are starting to reopen. Port Douglas favourites Rattle N Hum and Paddy’s Irish Bar threw open their doors this afternoon for the first time…
As travel restrictions start to ease across the country, Qantas and Jetstar will increase their domestic and regional flying for June and July, Qantas said in a statement today. The additional…
Foodies are in for a treat thanks to a collection of producers and food experiences from around the Douglas Shire coming together to launch the Daintree Food Trail. The Daintree Food Trail offers a…
