Monday 6 May 2013
A piece of history returns home
The original Low Isles Lighthouse Keeper's telescope finally made its way home on Friday after it was discovered in the roof cavity of the local Coast Guard a year ago. Coast Guard…
Friday 3 May 2013
Take the challenge
It's that time of the month when Joe Public gets to cast judgement on some of the finest photographers in the region. In another brutal cull, Best Photo Competition judges have delivered their…
Friday 3 May 2013
Age will not weary this dare-devil
At 81 years old, Sam Cavallaro has lost none of the sense of adventure he has carried with him throughout his life. The Cavallaro name has been a constant presence in the region…
Thursday 2 May 2013
Tough week for U14 Crocs
By Adam Cartwright Firstly, I would like to apologise for not doing a write up on last week’s game after such a strong and polished performance to have a good win over the Centrals on our…
Thursday 2 May 2013
Pythons' domination continue
The Port Auto Car Wash Pythons' dominant indoor soccer season continued on Tuesday night with a 12-1 win over the Bobcats. Although the game was a bit scrappy by the Pythons' usual…
Wednesday 1 May 2013
A Taste of the Low Isles
A new book entitled 'A Taste of the Low Isles' is being launched on Thursday 9th May at The Central Hotel by The Low Isles Preservation society.
This book, as the title suggests, encompasses…
Wednesday 1 May 2013
It's all ABOUT YOU!
Feel the need for some rejuvenation or relaxation? Here’s some of Port Douglas’ best places for a pick-me-up. From Port Douglas Magazine - Issue 9 wellness@port wellness@port is centrally…
Wednesday 1 May 2013
Man charged over Palates bus crash
A 66 year-old Port Douglas bus driver has been charged over the crash that occurred on route to last year's Port Douglas Carnivale Palates of Port. On the night of 18 May 2012,…
Thursday 2 May 2013
"Girls gone wild" on Port's streets
Young women are drinking themselves into oblivion and leaving themselves vulnerable according to a local bus service operator. Tony Ritter, who started his Adrenalin shuttle bus…
Thursday 2 May 2013
Croc caught at Newell Beach
A three to four-metre crocodile has been caught in Saltwater Creek at Newell Beach, near Mossman. Minister for Environment and Heritage Protection Andrew Powell said rangers believed this…
Thursday 2 May 2013
Local students for a plastic free paradise
Local primary students from Port Douglas State School are doing their part to spread the message about the harmful effects of plastic bags on marine life as part of the Think…
Thursday 2 May 2013
Dragons defeat lackadaisical Leichhardt
by Nick Tither In front of their home fans at Cassowary Park the Nathan Verri Dragons firmly put the Leichhardt Lions in their place in a re-match between last season's…
Wednesday 1 May 2013
Raiders win good, bad, and ugly
The game between the Raiders and Innisfail was described by one observer as being the best and most frustrating the Raiders have played in this year - but it brought the result…
Wednesday 1 May 2013
Gliddon takes the Heat
Douglas Heat basketballers received a special treat last week when the NBL's Rookie of the Year, Cam Gliddon, ran a coaching clinic at the new Port Douglas stadium. Gliddon, who was a star for…
Wednesday 1 May 2013
GBR Marathon makes an exhibition of itself
Canegrowers Great Barrier Marathon representatives Jess Coleman and Nick Carling recently travelled down to Sydney to showcase the November Marathon Festival at the April…
Wednesday 1 May 2013
Investigations continue into Daintree death
UPDATED Wed 11.30am Mossman Detectives have spoken to the man who was believed to be a passenger in the vehicle on the night of incident. The man came forward to…
Wednesday 1 May 2013
Danny rocks Battle Round
Danny Ross has taken to the big stage again, this time in a cut-throat one-on-one battle to remain in Season 2 of The Voice. Screening last night, Danny emerged triumphant after a masterful…
Wednesday 1 May 2013
U8 Crocs eat Tigers alive
In ideal playing conditions, the mighty Under 8s Port Douglas Crocs played one of their best four-quarter efforts against North Cairns Tigers on Sunday. After a pre-game rev up from game…
Wednesday 1 May 2013
Junior Sharkies get tough
UNDER 6 The Under 6 Sharks put on another great display of footy last Saturday, defeating Ivanhoes at the Mossman Showgrounds. The smiling assassin Marlon Bellero lead the way with…
Wednesday 1 May 2013
Port Douglas Magazine goes national
Port Douglas Magazine is promoting our region like never before, having just secured a deal with Australia's largest magazine distributor. The agreement between Gordon and Gotch…
Monday 29 April 2013
Mossman Golf results
by Shona Barbour Last Tuesday's 4BBB Stableford was won by Ian Johnson and Rick Herschell with 45 points ahead of Cameron Walton and Larry Smith with 43. Nearest the pins were Brian Fields on 6…
Tuesday 30 April 2013
Man dies after driving off ferry
A 62 year-old Mossman man has died after driving off the Daintree Ferry at around 12.20am this morning. Forensic Crash Investigators, Police Scene of Crime group, Water Police,…
Tuesday 30 April 2013
Sharks stop Storm surge
Mossman-Port Douglas continued their strong home form to end Edmonton Storm’s winning streak with a hard-fought 25-20 win in their Bendigo Bank CDRL A Grade clash at Mossman Showground on…
Tuesday 30 April 2013
Cyclone Zane forms
A tropical low has developed into Cyclone Zane, a category one storm, with areas as far south as Cape Tribulation being affected, a spokesperson for the Bureau of Meteorology announced this…
Tuesday 30 April 2013
Attwood fires at the range
Saturday saw five shooters turn out for a very difficult target with a constant shadow at 300 metres. The closer the target, the smaller the target, thus making it harder to sight on.…
