Tuesday 20 December 2011
Retailers look for local boost
With just a handful of days left before Christmas, retailers are hoping shoppers will be getting their last minute gifts locally to boost their sales. Online shopping has hurt the…
Monday 19 December 2011
Beat the Christmas bulge
Cancer Council Queensland is encouraging everyone to beat the bulge this Christmas by serving healthy food options and smaller portions throughout the silly season, to help cut their risk…
Monday 19 December 2011
Eco Taxis ready to roll
You'll have to keep your eyes peeled, because you'll never hear Port's newest taxis coming. The launch of a fleet of 'Eco Taxis' at the Sheraton Mirage on Friday was the culmination of…
Monday 19 December 2011
Rent pain
Empty retail shops have become a common sight in what was once a vibrant shopping strip, as rents continue to push business owners to the brink - and beyond. Macrossan Street tenants are hardest hit…
Friday 16 December 2011
De-amalgamation meeting hailed a success
Former Mayor, Mike Berwick, has indicated he will not run for a new Douglas Shire Council should the former Douglas Shire de-amalgamate from Cairns Regional Council.…
Friday 16 December 2011
Council rate rise rumours quashed
Rumours that a 13 per cent rate rise was voted in by Cairns Regional Council behind closed doors this week have been quashed by Division 10 councillor, Julia Leu.
It is…
Friday 16 December 2011
Taylah's gift to the sick kids
The fundraising effort of an eight-year-old Port Douglas school girl is inspiring her peers to be more considerate to less healthy kids. Taylah Jane Harper, who is in Year Four…
Monday 19 December 2011
New Year’s resolutions for businesses
As Christmas approaches, those of us lucky enough to have snared some holidays will have some time to reflect on the past year. But even if you’re working through,…
Friday 16 December 2011
And the winner is…
November was another incredible month for highlighting the beauty of our region and the people who live here, thanks to the talented group of photographers who have entered into The…
Friday 16 December 2011
Cape Kimberley’s mammoth clean-up…again
Tangaroa Blue volunteers last visited Cape Kimberley in September 2011 for a beach clean-up where volunteers removed 442kg and 5686 items, so we were interested to see…
Friday 16 December 2011
Challenge Cairns to return to Port Douglas
Port Douglas has been retained as the turnaround point for the bike leg of the second Cairns Airport Challenge Cairns triathlon to be held Sunday, June 3, 2012. The…
Thursday 15 December 2011
Council to proceed with Cairns Entertainment Precinct
The Cairns Regional Council has voted to proceed with the construction of a new $155 million Entertainment Precinct on the banks of Trinity Inlet south of the…
Thursday 15 December 2011
Go-to guide for adapting to climate change
A go-to guide for future-proofing the marine industry and protecting the Great Barrier Reef against climate change is now available thanks to the collaboration of marine…
Thursday 15 December 2011
Cyclone Yasi prompts Council website upgrade
Memories of residents’ worrying searches to find out if they lived in tidal surge areas in the lead-up to Cyclone Yasi has prompted Cairns Regional Council to…
Thursday 15 December 2011
Major sponsors renew yachting commitment
Port Douglas’ 2012 yachting season is shaping up to be a successful one, thanks to the commitment of major sponsors and some improvements to series formats. Port…
Thursday 15 December 2011
Free festive spirit soothes those in need
Mossman Community Centre will be buzzing with festive generosity on Christmas Day when 150 of region’s needy are treated to Christmas lunch. For the third year,…
Wednesday 14 December 2011
Muddies C Grade come so close
By Steve Doble
The C-grade Muddies had a good chance of winning last Sunday’s 30/30 match against United at Cazaly’s, but went down despite playing the majority of the match as the…
Wednesday 14 December 2011
Christmas comes early for Taipans
Last Saturday night, I witnessed a National Basketball League game that will go down in the annals of history as one of the Taipans’ finest victories at home. The Snakes were…
Wednesday 14 December 2011
Is your BBQ safe?
With the festive season almost in full swing, the community is being urged to check gas bottles and fittings before firing up their BBQ. Member for Cook Jason O'Brien MP said gas…
Wednesday 14 December 2011
Big Bowls turn out for Bunn & Balshaw Ham Day
Men's Bowls It was another great turnout on Saturday for the Bunn and Balshaw Ham Day. The Club greatly appreciates the long term support of the sponsors and…
Wednesday 14 December 2011
Two wins in three weeks for Caswell
John Caswell knocked up his second win in three weeks taking out the Tuesday men’s monthly medal with net 65. Peter Santarossa finished second with net 66 and Greg…
Wednesday 14 December 2011
Take care on the roads
Member for Cook Jason O'Brien has joined senior emergency services representatives in reminding local families to take care on the far north roads during the school holidays. Mr…
Wednesday 14 December 2011
Council strategy to boost film industry
The case for Cairns Regional Council to throw its support behind 'filming' as a growth industry for the region is highlighted by significant flow-on benefits from the…
Wednesday 14 December 2011
Police and Safety services on the job this Xmas
Member for Cook Jason O'Brien has reminded the local community to spare a thought for the hardworking police and other community safety personnel who will be on…
Tuesday 13 December 2011
Magic wins third Xmas Cup
The final race of the 2011 yacht racing calendar, the Christmas Cup, was held on Saturday with the onset of the summer northerlies playing havoc with the best efforts of the crews that…
