Best described as unprecedented and tumultuous, this is a year many can’t wait to end. COVID-19 has impacted the Douglas Shire with job losses, businesses closing and impacting the tourism industry. In this Q&A, Douglas Shire Mayor…
Have you ever wondered how divers capture those surreal underwater images of a candid turtle backlit by a kaleidoscope of blues framed with the shimmering sun scaped surface? Now is your chance to learn how to take underwater pictures…
Detectives from the Child Protection and Investigation Unit have charged a 65-year-old man from the Mossman area with attempted indecent treatment of a child and possession of child exploitation material. The man was formally charged…
A statement from Queensland Chief Health Officer Dr Jeannette Young regarding the New South Wales Northern Beaches COVID-19 cluster: As thousands of people in Sydney’s northern beaches area have been warned to stay home after a COVID-19…
Port Douglas police are continuing to call for witnesses to come forward following the serious assault of an 80-year-old Port Douglas man on Garrick Street in late November. Last week Newsport reported that police had put the call out…
Christmas hampers full of goodies were rolled out across the Douglas Shire this week to bring a little extra cheer to those in need this festive season. Over 100 hampers were distributed to families who applied thanks to the 2020 Mayor’s…
The never-ending COVID-19 pandemic has again reared its ugly head, and this time the marine tourism operators have entered the fray expressing annoyance with virus rules. And a recent meeting involving operators and the state’s Tourism…
The iconic Sunbird Village, located adjacent to the Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, is set for a big comeback following a massive revamp of the centre, with commercial spaces now up for lease. Ray White Port Douglas is offering premium…
Douglas Shire Council said in a statement today that it will review its water restriction status early next week. In August, Newsport reported that level one water restrictions had come into effect across the shire as water intake…
UPDATE: A 40-year-old Mowbray woman, who was seriously injured in an electric scooter accident on the weekend, is now in a stable condition, recovering in Townsville Hospital. Earlier this week, Newsport reported a local woman was…
A midnight fireworks spectacular will greet New Year’s Eve revellers keen to see the back end of 2020. However, unlike previous years, there will only be one fireworks display in Port Douglas, with no earlier family friendly time…
Christmas 2020 will see the return of the popular street festival in Mossman which has experienced a 13-year hiatus. It starts at 6pm on Friday on Front Street. The Douglas Chamber of Commerce has played a leading role along with the…
This week’s G'day Port Douglas & Daintree introduces Port Douglas Yacht Club manager, Richard Stapleton. In the video above, Richard shares how a child in a military family ended up in the Douglas Shire. Richard's father was a…
After months of debate, the issue of the Daintree River Ferry crossing has been brought back before Council with the Mayor and councillors resolving to resume negotiations for a two-ferry contract at the Daintree River crossing. However,…
Pent up buyer demand and a shrinking property pool is fuelling a surge in speedy sales across Port Douglas, with some hungry home-hunters going to great lengths not to miss out, says LJ Hooker’s Managing Director/Licensee, Michael Samson. …
The country’s Australian sugar industry leaders have carved out a vision for the future following a forum which involved Canegrowers, Australian Sugar Milling Council, Australian Cane Farmers’ Association, and Sugar Research Australia. …
Douglas Shire Council today confirmed that multi-billion-dollar property developer, Tim Gurner, has submitted an application for a $60 Million ‘mixed use’ development on the 69-73 Murphy Street site in Port Douglas. Initial town…
A 40-year-old Mowbray woman remains in a serious condition after she was found lying on Connolly Road with head injuries following an electric scooter incident on Sunday. Paramedics and the rescue helicopter were called to Mowbray around…
The hotly debated issue regarding the Daintree River crossing is a key item in Tuesday’s ordinary Council meeting – the last for the year – and it has been recommended that Council resume contract negotiations for 2019 (Daintree Ferry…
With the objective of improving the Great Barrier Reef, a suite of innovative actions that can improve the Reef’s health and resilience has been launched. Stabilising reef surfaces, remediating reefs after a ship grounding, and other…
Around 150 people turned out to celebrate Port Douglas author, Samantha C. Ross’s book launch last weekend at the Port Douglas Yacht Club. Samantha’s memoir, Sunshine: The Diary of a Lap Dancer gives an unapologetic look inside the life…
Hemingway’s Brewery Port Douglas has recently unveiled a new brew with a locally inspired design featured on the can. The new 5.2 per cent Sunny Daze Hazy Pale Ale is the first hazy ale to be made at the brewery since mid-2019. And to…
A number of generous community groups came together recently to create a Financial Literacy program for grade nine students from Mossman State High School to give them important financial skills and help cover the cost of a new senior…
Leading architect Gary Hunt said while he applauds the notion of a hotel of the standard of Fairmont on the old Havana site, he feels that what is being proposed is a significant over-development. Earlier this month, Newsport reported…
As Christmas nears and the frenzy of holiday shopping ensues, it is important to “Buy Douglas, Build Douglas” urging community members to patronise locally owned businesses. A philosophy that can be used all year round – Beau Gentry…
