Monday 18 April 2011
Students take to Parliament
High school students in years 10, 11 and 12 are being invited to take part in a new national competition called “My First Speech”. Organised by the House of Representatives,…
Monday 18 April 2011
Tourism gets new green guide
Ecotourism Australia has released their Green Travel Guide Australia 2011/2012. Kym Cheatham, CEO of Ecotourism Australia said the guide coincides with a major milestone for the…
Monday 18 April 2011
The Year of the Campaign
If, like the Chinese, tourism had its own calendar then surely 2011 would be the 'Year of the Campaign'. Tourism Queensland, Tourism Tropical North Queensland and Qantas are the…
Friday 15 April 2011
The Viewpoint - What's so good about TV?
by Mat Churchill There are alot of things I want to do in life; learn a language, get fit, and dust off my guitar among others. Last night I spent four hours lying on…
Friday 15 April 2011
Residents recognise tireless efforts
A plaque acknowledging the contribution of local identity James Watson to the beautification of Nautilus Street has been unveiled in a ceremony on Saturday in front of over…
Friday 15 April 2011
New space, big plans for Art House
Art House Port Douglas Inc. is invigorating the town's art scene, and their newly elected president Cheryl Wellham is welcoming budding artists with open arms. The…
Friday 15 April 2011
TPDD return from ATE Sydney
by Mat Churchill The Australian Tourism Exchange, the southern hemisphere's largest travel event which promotes Australian holiday destinations and experiences to the overseas…
Thursday 14 April 2011
The sports wrap with Nicky G
by Nick Gibson The basketball right now is about as juicy as it could be! The New Zealand Breakers miraculously saved a break point by getting Perth in their best of three…
Thursday 14 April 2011
Clipper Cup interest high
12 entries have been received by the Port Douglas Yacht Club for the Exemplar Clipper Cup with the latest coming from “Dusty Muzzle” from Townsville Yacht Club. Rear Commodore for…
Thursday 14 April 2011
Fee cut to speed development
Cairns Regional Council has voted to allow incentives for developers as a means of kick-starting the struggling local construction industry. Councillors yesterday voted to…
Thursday 14 April 2011
Mossman bowled over by awards
One of the region's most loved venues, the Mossman Memorial Bowls Club, has recently been recognised at an awards night at the Brisbane Convention Centre in front of 1,400 club…
Thursday 14 April 2011
Public shouldn't foot bill for Sheraton
Public money should not be used for the development of the Sheraton Mirage. That's the view of Cook MP Jason O'Brien after it was announced that David Marriner and a…
Wednesday 13 April 2011
Crocswollop - Junior AFL wrap
by Jo Westgate It was another busy weekend for players and parents alike with all games played in Cairns over the weekend. The Under 16s were still unable to come away with a…
Wednesday 13 April 2011
You asked for sport, here it is!
Sport is a big part of any community, and that message was reinforced through a recent survey of what you'd like to see more of on The Newsport. That's why we've dedicated…
Wednesday 13 April 2011
All your Junior Netball results
by Treveen Page The Under 10s took the court at 4pm with the Diamonds playing Mossman and it was the Diamonds who started well with a quick goal in the first quarter, but…
Wednesday 13 April 2011
Eco-librium - Volunteers on video
This is Eco-librium with a difference. This week we chat with staff and volunteers from the Wildlife Habitat about the work they're doing to protect our native fauna, and…
Wednesday 13 April 2011
Australian Heritage Week celebrated
Australian Heritage Week is a new annual national celebration to draw attention to our country's unique past, and the Douglas Shire Historical Society (DSHS) is offering…
Wednesday 13 April 2011
New Jetstar NZ service
A new Jetstar Auckland to Cairns service began yesterday with Jetstar offering three flights per week, operating each Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday. Cairns Airport Pty Ltd (CAPL)…
Wednesday 13 April 2011
Don't risk lagoon funding
by Mat Churchill Get behind the lagoon project. That's the unambiguous message from Port Douglas Chamber of Commerce president, Ken Dobbs. Mr Dobbs said that $20 million in…
Tuesday 12 April 2011
Croc shocker
by Des Rolfe After a winning start to the season against South Cairns, last Saturday's result brought the Crocs back to earth with a reality check against Manunda Hawks. The Hawks…
Tuesday 12 April 2011
Golf day for Meals on Wheels
There is still time to register for the Mayor’s Charity Golf Day which will be held at the picturesque Half Moon Bay Golf Club at Yorkeys Knob on Friday 6 May. Supporting Meals…
Monday 11 April 2011
Raiders victory at home
by Adam Calcraft Port Raiders trumped the reining champs, JCU, with what has been their best show for the last couple of years. In front of a decent sized home crowd the forwards…
Thursday 7 April 2011
Chamber profile - Rhys Bawden
In the latest of our Port Douglas Chamber of Commerce committee member profiles we chat with Rhys Bawden who sees a number of opportunities for growth within the town. The Newsport: How…
Monday 11 April 2011
Under 9 Dragons' close encounter
by Jason Carr The Eurotech Douglas Dragons Under 9s played out a hard fought 4-4 draw against Centenary Comets in Cairns on Saturday. The Dragons played themselves into a…
Tuesday 12 April 2011
Don't pay the Ferryman
Free ferry trips across the Daintree River will be offered during the Easter holidays, encouraging locals to take advantage of the attractions that exist right on their doorstep. …
