Thursday 3 May 2012
Premier Dragons deflated after heavy loss
by Logan Marsh The Verri Industries Douglas Dragons have been brought crashing back to earth following a 4-0 thumping at the hands of Leichardt on Sunday evening. The…
Thursday 3 May 2012
Late goals see Dragons defeated
Douglas will look back on a night at Redlynch with huge disappointment after contesting such an even game right up until the last ten minutes when they would be punished by some superb…
Friday 4 May 2012
The hunt for a Young Achiever begins
Recognising the value of young people to a community and retaining their skills for the future is a challenge for all remote and regional communities. But the Port Douglas Chamber…
Wednesday 3 May 2012
Government shows tender side
Far North Queensland companies are being targeted to ensure they know what it takes to become an eligible supplier and submit the best possible tenders to government. “Winning…
Wednesday 2 May 2012
Defence key in senior netball
Round three was in full swing with all but one game being very low scoring proving all teams are giving it their all and making each other work for each and every goal. In the…
Wednesday 2 May 2012
Amani shows class in Crocs win
The Under 16 Crocs were too good for their southern rivals in Cairns Saints on the weekend. Heaps of junior AFL action here. UNDER 8 Under 8s Coach Matt Scott was delighted…
Wednesday 2 May 2012
Wolland wins A Grade singles
It has been a hive of activity at the Mossman Memorial Golf Club over the past week. Check out the latest here. Men’s Results Men’s bowls were in full swing on the weekend with…
Wednesday 2 May 2012
Mill sale sweet says Chairman
The Mossman Central Mill has been sold to Australian-owned Mackay Sugar Limited for $25.3 million. Announced at a shareholder meeting on Monday, Mackay Sugar heads said it has entered…
Wednesday 2 May 2012
Inside Port - Priceless, not worthless
by Carly Budgen Volunteers play an important role in the day to day running of the Port Douglas Community Services Network (PDCSN). Here at the PDCSN we have all different…
Wednesday 2 May 2012
Win puts Meth on cloud nine
by Shona Barbour Mossman Golf Club hosted a charity day on Sunday 29 April for 72 players enjoying an ambrose event to benefit St Augustines School. Of special note were the groups…
Thursday 3 May 2012
Aged care blow
Aged care in Mossman has received a blow after an application for government funding was knocked back. The Salvation Army Aged Care Plus and Mossman District Nursing Home Incorporated have received…
Wednesday 2 May 2012
Costs a driving force
Bob Manning's Unity Party will dominate the seats on the newly formed Cairns Regional Council after six candidates won their Division in Saturday's election. Their relationship with…
Tuesday 1 May 2012
Smith laments injury count
Well we have had a very interesting fortnight since last we spoke. After leading by 30 points we've had last half fadeouts against Hawks and now a repeat this week against Centrals. Coops…
Tuesday 1 May 2012
Erin strives for Rising Star status
11 Queensland women including Port Douglas' own Erin Grange are facing two nail-biting weeks as State Finalists in the 2012 Australian Family Early Education and Care Awards. …
Tuesday 1 May 2012
All the action from the Junior Sharks
UNDER 7 This week the Under 7s played an exciting game against Edmonton Lightning with Mossman having a full capacity side of twelve players against their opposition. …
Tuesday 1 May 2012
Newman: Deamalgamation not worthwhile
Queensland Premier Campbell Newman has warned against deamalgamation due to the costs involved in the process. Mr Newman told skynews.com.au that "It's not for the faint…
Tuesday 1 May 2012
Wham bam jam for Tam
Over 400 residents came to the Central Hotel on Sunday to show their support for one of the town's favourites daughters, Tamzin Laredo, who is suffering from aggressive cancer. Around 30…
Monday 30 April 2012
Raiders' defence proves the difference
The Rattle n Hum Reef Raiders travelled to Atherton for their second game of the season against Southside on Saturday. With spirits high from their first round win the boys…
Monday 30 April 2012
Crocs' fitness a concern
Calm but humid conditions greeted the Port Douglas Crocs when they turned out to do battle with Centrals Trinity Beach at Crathern Park on Saturday. Highly skilled football was not…
Monday 30 April 2012
Leu beauty!
Julia Leu has confirmed her popularity with voters with a resounding Division 10 victory in the Local Government Elections on Saturday. Leu retained her position despite the efforts of Unity Team…
Monday 30 April 2012
Bob claims top job
Bob Manning has claimed victory in the race to become Mayor of the Cairns Regional Council. Manning easily fought off opponents in Val Schier, Margaret Cochrane, and Ian Thomas to snare the top…
Monday 30 April 2012
Schier will power
Val Schier has defied the predictions of many to return to the Mayor's seat and head the Cairns Regional Council for another term. Schier fought off opponents in Bob Manning, Margaret Cochrane,…
Monday 30 April 2012
Get involved in the Ruby Ball
Members of the Cairns business community are joining forces to host a gala night of fine dining and entertainment to raise funds for the Salvation Army. The inaugural Ruby Ball promises…
Monday 30 April 2012
Art for marketing's sake
Sponsorship funds in addition to marketing expertise from Daintree Marketing Co-operative (DMC) have enabled community art group, Douglas Arts Base (DAB), to create an art prize specifically…
Monday 30 April 2012
The Viewpoint - Life imitates art
If there was ever a case of life imitating art then this would have to be it. With the Melbourne Business School recommendations still ringing loud in our ears, surely this footage…
