Tuesday 19 October 2010
Top 10 for all the wrong reasons
Australia continues to be one of the worst environmental performers on the planet after being ranked in the top 10 most unsustainable countries. A study commissioned…
Tuesday 19 October 2010
Tiger tardiest domestic carrier
In what comes as no surprise to many late night passengers to and from Cairns, Tiger Airways continues to languish in its performance in terms of on time departures and…
Tuesday 19 October 2010
Sunset in the Park 2, it's on again !
Fond memories of the inaugural Sunset in the Park in 2008 was a motivating factor for organisers to bring the event back this year. 2,000 people packed Rex Smeal…
Monday 18 October 2010
Ins and outs at The Wildlife Habitat
Chief Executive Charles Woodward and his wife Pip put on a farewell and welcome party on Friday (Oct 15th) for three long serving employees who are moving off and a new…
Monday 18 October 2010
You're never too young for Cricket
The Milo in2cricket Have-A-Go kids programme is back up and running at Mossman Primary School conducted every Wednesday arvo at 4pm.
The introduction program and…
Monday 18 October 2010
SKAL comes to Port Douglas
The Cairns based tourism network club appropriately named SKAL came to Port Douglas yesterday (Oct 14th) for their annual visit.
SKÅL is the only international organisation…
Monday 18 October 2010
Ups and downs of a high Aussie dollar
It must be very confusing as a financial commentator to present any sense to the general public regarding a strong Aussie dollar.
The truth of the matter is that…
Friday 15 October 2010
Council approves holiday rental ruling
Cairns Regional Council has given approval for residential homes to available for short term letting in what they describe as providing a "clear…
Friday 15 October 2010
Charity begins at home
There are a number of worthy causes that need our support, be they of a local, national, or global level. Unfortunately, recent times have given us too many opportunities…
Friday 15 October 2010
Mixed results on Council's eco-footprint
Cairns Regional Council has issued its second annual State of the Environment report which measures their environmental performance in 2009-10. Mayor Val…
Friday 15 October 2010
New look for Sugarworld waterslides
Sugarworld will be returned to its former glory as a well loved waterpark with a decision to build a new and enhanced waterslide. After community…
Friday 15 October 2010
Wetness is not a dirty word
by Mat Churchill
Tourism is a big part of The Newsport because it's a big part of everyone's lives here in the Port Douglas hinterland. The current challenges we face are…
Thursday 14 October 2010
Sugar Wharf's future assured
Port Douglas’ famous heritage listed Sugar Wharf is to be protected under a set of guidelines ensuring its future as part of the town’s waterfront development plan. The…
Thursday 14 October 2010
Planning the key to storm safety
Like the fire season in the south, it's important to plan and prepare early for any cyclones and severe storms that may visit our area. The forthcoming wet season…
Thursday 14 October 2010
Port Douglas Facebook reaches new milestone
Port Douglas is being showcased to a growing number of people through its Facebook page, breaking through the 4,000 fan barrier. The Facebook page,…
Thursday 14 October 2010
The domestic dilemma
Recent tourism figures showed that 30,000 Australians headed to Fiji for their holidays in July alone, a 19% increase on the previous year. Year to date figures to the end of…
Thursday 14 October 2010
Local production heads to Cairns
You're invited to the Clink Theatre to see the final show of 'Mapping the Heart', a celebration of the talents of members of the Douglas arts community. "The…
Wednesday 13 October 2010
Will new branding bring relief?
by Mat Churchill Tourism Port Douglas and Daintree will receive a branding toolkit from Tourism Queensland on 4 November, allowing our area to maximise the potential…
Wednesday 13 October 2010
Girls unite for cancer research
Cancer Council Queensland is calling on all women in the area to get their girlfriends together this month and register to host a 'Girls Night In'. Girls Night In…
Wednesday 13 October 2010
Huge interest in lifesaving finale
From 10am this Saturday and 8am on Sunday, the PDSLSC will host the SLS Branch Championships with around 600 competitors ready to test their skills in the last of…
Wednesday 13 October 2010
Ann Sea challenged in Spring Series
by Mick Gwilliams Rear Commodore, Port Douglas Yacht Club The Port Douglas Yacht Club Championship Spring Series continued on Saturday with Heat 3. The…
Wednesday 13 October 2010
Grand canals idea "raises its ugly head"
The idea of channelling water from North Queensland rivers to southern areas including NSW, Victoria, and South Australia is being pursued again. Terry Bowring, a…
Tuesday 12 October 2010
Queensland, where Australia mines
Queensland's tourism industry is under threat from the mining boom according to farmers and environmentalists who say that open-cut mines and other operations are…
Tuesday 12 October 2010
New look for old favourite in photo comp
The standard of photos in the Court House Hotel Best Photo Competition continues to impress as nearly 100 votes were received from appreciative The Newsport…
Tuesday 12 October 2010
Thousands raised as community rallies
The Glades Ballroom at the Sheraton Mirage Hotel was at full capacity on Friday night as the community rallied together to show support, and raise money for the…
