Tuesday 11 October 2011
Award votes counted - Got your tickets?
Voting for the 2011 Port Douglas Magazine Business awards is closed, votes have been counted and the winners’ names locked in a vault until the big awards night on Friday,…
Tuesday 11 October 2011
Final ex-Balé land up for sale
A 2.58 hectare parcel of land that was to be the third and final stage of the former Balé Resort has been listed for sale. Owned by the late Brian Ray of Ray Group, the parcel of…
Tuesday 11 October 2011
No tempting Thwaite in Muddies loss
There is a fishing saying that could be well applied to cricket sometimes, “A bad day’s fishing (cricket) is better than a good day’s work.” Maybe the Muddies C Grade team…
Tuesday 11 October 2011
We’re favourites: Cairns business boasts
Local marketing consultancy The 20/20 Group has claimed race favourite status for next month's Great Barrier Reef Marathon Festival 10km corporate teams challenge in Port…
Tuesday 11 October 2011
The extraordinary life of Diane Cilento
Tributes have flowed in for actress and Far North Queensland arts pioneer, Diane Cilento, who passed away in Cairns last Thursday, aged 78. The silver screen siren was the…
Tuesday 11 October 2011
Plays showcase local talent
The Tropical North Theatre Company and The Clink Theatre are presenting ‘A Short Play Showcase;’ two original plays performed back to back on Friday 21 and Saturday 22 October. The…
Monday 10 October 2011
Northerly wind blows for Ann Sea
The Poseidon Sailaway Club Championship Spring Series hit the waves on Saturday with seven yachts competing in race one which also represents Race 13 of the overall Club…
Monday 10 October 2011
Jnr Raiders season kicks off
by Denise McHugh The Junior Raiders had their first game of the season on Friday night and travelled to Cairns to play Innisfail in three grades. The U16 had a bye in their first week…
Monday 10 October 2011
First gamers shine for Jnr Muddies
by Sue Sorensen The Junior Cricket Douglas Muddies Under 12 team played a tough first match of the season at Tolga on Saturday. The Muddies team, consisting of quite a few…
Monday 10 October 2011
No sweat for GBR Marathon crew
Want to run the Great Barrier Reef Marathon without raising a sweat? Volunteers are needed to help run the event on Saturday, November 12, where runners from around the world will be…
Monday 10 October 2011
Thank you KINDly
Kids In Need Donations (KIND), a local charity providing support to families of seriously ill children, held their AGM recently, with all positions filled by the existing dedicated committee…
Monday 10 October 2011
Inside Port - Staying connected is simple
We are pleased to let you know that Port Douglas Neighbourhood Centre has a Broadband for Seniors internet kiosk. The kiosk features two computers with broadband access…
Monday 10 October 2011
L.J.Hooker eyes GBR Marathon title
The latest from the L.J. Hooker team The Port Douglas office of L.J.Hooker have, in our opinion, put together a race winning combination for this year's Great Barrier Reef…
Monday 10 October 2011
Ask Val
Dear Val What roles and responsibilities do Council have in policing Four Mile Beach, are current laws ever enforced, and what is the most effective way in deterring bad…
Friday 7 October 2011
Sorrow at Diane Cilento's passing
UPDATED: 10.53am Diane Cilento passed away after a long battle with illness at Cairns Base Hospital at 10pm on Thursday night, just two days after her 78th birthday. Ms Cilento…
Friday 7 October 2011
Friday Night Football returns!
For many sports lovers in the region, the end of the football seasons bring on a period of mourning. But rugby fans don't have to hang their heads just yet with Friday Night…
Friday 7 October 2011
Friday funnies
by Tony Woodall Here are another 10 of Tony's best to see out Friday. 1. How is it one careless match can start a forest fire, but it takes a whole box to start a campfire? 2. Who was the first…
Friday 7 October 2011
Agreement reached on hunting
The largest ever Traditional Use of Marine Resources Agreement was launched in Bundaberg this week and is being dubbed "a significant commitment to sea country sustainability." …
Friday 7 October 2011
A-Bomb horror hits home
Dr Hiromi Hasai was 14 years old when an atomic bomb was dropped on his hometown of Hiroshima. Now, 66 years later, Dr Hasai will visit the region to tell of the horrific scenes with which he…
Thursday 6 October 2011
The Viewpoint - People power
Last week The Newsport reached new heights. Don't take that the wrong way, this article isn't intended to be an exercise in self-adulation. In fact, if I'm being honest we didn't…
Thursday 6 October 2011
Gay couple tie the knot
Gay marriage has not yet been legally recognised in Australia, but a Port Douglas couple has thumbed their noses at the Government and taken the leap anyway. Jason Wintle and Michael…
Thursday 6 October 2011
Angels of innovation
The Australian Association of Angel Investors (AAAI), an organisation which encourages its members to invest capital funds in new and innovative concepts, intends to support the establishment…
Thursday 6 October 2011
Shannonvale Winery scoops wine show
Award winning local winery Shannonvale Tropical Fruit Winery has won the Most Successful Exhibiter category at the Perth Wine Show held recently. Owners of Shannonvale Tropical…
Thursday 6 October 2011
Trying conditions greet triathletes
The forecast was for hot and sunny conditions for the fifth annual Tri-Port Half Iron distance triathlon in Port Douglas on Saturday - and that's exactly what competitors were…
Thursday 6 October 2011
Controversy surrounds Funch touch
The halfway mark of the NuBlu Pool and Spa touch footy comp was reached on Monday night with a few upsets taking place, making the second half of the competition really exciting.…
