Friday 12 April 2013
CDRL A Grade Round 5 Preview
Brothers will have extra incentive to get their Bendigo Bank CDRL A Grade season back on track when they face Ivanhoes this Sunday (kick-off 2.30pm) amid the 30th anniversary celebrations…
Friday 12 April 2013
Douglas transition begins
Local Government Minister David Crisafulli today released the name of the Douglas transfer manager and the rules to guide the de-amalgamation of the four Queensland councils. Jeff Tate will…
Friday 12 April 2013
It's all about you
Build your child's "natural immunity" There is a new natural health business in town called Carahealth, and you'll find more letters after its founder's name than that of your average…
Friday 12 April 2013
The Viewpoint - A drinking town with a sailing problem?
by Michael Joseph People either think I'm mad or that there's something seriously wrong with me when I tell them (reluctantly) that I choose to no longer drink…
Friday 12 April 2013
Join the local fight against cancer
You don’t have to be a scientist, doctor or millionaire to make a difference in the fight against cancer, all you need is a big heart and a bit of spare time. More than 194…
Friday 12 April 2013
Do you have the region's cutest pet?
Paws & Claws are searching for region’s cutest pet and have launched a Pet Photo Competition as part of their upcoming event, Paws on the Run and Bark in the Park on Saturday…
Friday 12 April 2013
Report reveals Douglas homelessness
A Douglas Community Housing Group Homelessness Report has found that up to 200 people are homeless in the Douglas area on any given night. A series of recommendations were tabled…
Thursday 11 April 2013
1 Day in Paradise
Starting this week, 20 filmmakers will embark on a Tropical North Queensland adventure capturing their idea of ‘1 Day in Paradise’ as part of a major global tourism initiative. Tourism Minister…
Thursday 11 April 2013
Happy snapper claims top prize
Ask any photographer and they'll tell you the secret of a great photo is simple - be in the right place at the right time. Sticking with that philosophy has earned David White first…
Thursday 11 April 2013
Dragons suffer first up defeat
The Douglas United Dragons have begun the defence of their Far North Queensland Football title with a 4-2 loss to title favourites Mareeba at Borzi Park on Saturday night. It was a…
Thursday 11 April 2013
Cairns entrenches 'gateway' claim
Cairns Regional Council is planning to erect a sign recognising Cairns as the 'Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef' at the entrance to the Marlin Marina. It's a move that is sure to…
Wednesday 10 April 2013
Relive Danny's magic moment
Danny Ross will team up with judge Joel Madden as the local favourite stormed through the blind auditions on last night's episode of The Voice. Performing Led Zeppelin's 'When The Levee…
Wednesday 10 April 2013
Raiders defeat reigning premiers
by Shane Branch Looking forward to playing rugby week in week out, a stronger and more resolute Raiders team travelled to Barlow Park to take on last year’s premiers. This was a…
Wednesday 10 April 2013
Let's play!
The inaugural Douglas Heat Basketball Club season is about to begin with official sign-on days coming up. The recent come and try sessions on Wednesday afternoons in March attracted up to 50 children…
Tuesday 9 April 2013
DNA down to business
Douglas Netball held its AGM prior to Easter and it was great to see the meeting so well attended with a few new faces standing for committee and a number of experienced players, coaches and…
Monday 8 April 2013
Sharks smash Tully's unbeaten run
Tully Tigers lost their 100 per cent record in the Bendigo Bank CDRL A Grade season when they suffered a 30-22 defeat at Mossman-Port Douglas in a tight encounter at Mossman…
Tuesday 9 April 2013
The Voice revealed
Danny Ross, the super-talented muso who is well known on the local music scene will feature in tonight's episode of The Voice as his bid to achieve super-stardom begins. Danny, who lived in…
Wednesday 10 April 2013
State Gov caught napping
A team to oversee the transition away from Cairns Regional Council has yet to be implemented, a month after the poll which decided the future of the region. The Minister for Local…
Tuesday 9 April 2013
Baxter wins Monthly Medal
by Shona Barbour Mossman Golf Club players have experienced some variable weather conditions during the couple of weeks. Last Tuesday’s Monthly Medal, sponsored by Century 21, was…
Wednesday 10 April 2013
Uncertainty continues for hospital
Queensland Health will not reveal the overall impact of their restructure on the Mossman District Hospital, saying that it is still too early to determine what the "nett…
Tuesday 9 April 2013
Locals main offenders at crash hotspot
The three-vehicle accident at the Captain Cook Highway/Port Douglas Road intersection on Friday night was the sixteenth recorded since 2008. The accident resulted in several…
Monday 8 April 2013
Star signing Gosling revives Dragons
Douglas United Dragons are celebrating the recruitment of former English League One and FA Cup player, Jamie Gosling, strengthening their bid for back-to-back FNQ Football Premier…
Monday 8 April 2013
Smith won't run for council
Former Division 10 councillor candidate, Pete Smith, will not run for a position on the new Douglas Shire Council. Mr Smith ran for councillor in the 2012 local government elections as…
Monday 8 April 2013
I'm the fire starter
Geckos and air conditioners may be a dangerous combination if investigations into recent electrical fires is anything to go by. Steve West is the Regional Co-ordinator of Fire Investigations for…
