Despite a few incidents involving theft and other minor issues, police in the Douglas Shire did not have to deal with anything significant over the festive season. “On the whole, people were generally well behaved and although there were…
The Douglas Shire sits on Kuku Yalanji land, filled with a deep history and culture and for the Kuku Yalanji people, traditional aboriginal art is an essential way to pass down this ancient cultural knowledge. As Newsport continues to…
Perhaps the most important policy response of the 2020s besides global heating will be how the west deals with China’s expansion abroad and its government’s continued repression of its people at home. Indeed, relations with China will be…
The Port Douglas Yacht Club have reinstated their annual donation to Marine Rescue Port Douglas and at a recent ceremony on the club’s pontoon, a cheque for $2,500 was presented to members of the rescue organisation. “With uncertainty…
Mossman Gorge is one of five Aboriginal communities who will benefit after the Queensland and Federal governments reached an agreement that supports the continued operations of the Families Responsibilities Commission (FRC) in Aboriginal…
In a small workshop in the Mossman Gorge Community, a group of Indigenous artists are ensuring their culture and stories will live on through the use of traditional art. Over the next couple of weeks, Newsport will follow the artists from…
Music with Joanne Trewick recently celebrated its 2019 Recital and Awards presentation for its music students following another year where high honours were achieved. Joanne, who has been teaching music for more than 25 years, said among…
What’s in store for the New Year, in this case 2020? It’s a question commonly asked as the old year winds down and the New Year kicks in. In Australia, the economy, housing market and the threat of a recession dominate discussion. All…
A DESCRIPTION of a man wanted for questioning over a fatal hit and run in Mossman last year has been released. Trinity Beach man Scott ‘Moses’ Bradley, 24, was tragically killed as he walked home in the early hours of Saturday, September…
A NEW causeway has been completed for the Mossman Gorge Community cemetery. The access upgrade will now provide much-needed access to the final resting place, which previously flooded during the wet season.
The project was initiated…
RESPECTED marine conservation, research and ecotourism pioneer John Rumney was announced as the 2017 Douglas Shire Citizen of the Year at idyllic Rex Smeal Park yesterday. Mayor Julia Leu welcomed Rumney to the stage in front of more than…
THE Douglas Shire continues to lead the charge towards a single-use plastic bag-free Queensland. Under the stewardship of the Plastic Free Douglas organisation, which aims to reduce the impact of disposable plastic bags in the Douglas…
THERE'S never been a better time to enjoy the wonders of the marine world on a Standup Paddle board.
That's the word coming from Brett Wright from WindSwell Kite Surfing and Standup Paddle, and with the vision rolling in from SUPs at the…
A vehicle that rolled in a Cairns suburb this morning was allegedly stolen. Two teenage girls have been rushed to the Cairns Hospital in a critical condition after a four-wheel drive flipped at the intersection of Windarra Street and…
LOVE IKEA? Well the furniture giant will offer a ‘click and collect’ service in Cairns from April for Tropical North Queensland shoppers.
The iconic Swedish brand has just announced customers will be able to shop online and collect their…
THIS Thursday we get to crack open a beer, put our feet up and celebrate the land of beaches, beer and barbeques.
Depending on what type of Aussie you are will largely depend on how you choose to celebrate Australia Day in Port…
ATHERTON went into lockdown yesterday after a bomb scare shut down the CBD.
The National Australia Bank on Main Street had to be evacuated after what was thought to be an explosive device was found shortly before 10am at the banks ATM. …
THE Port Douglas Basketball Club Inc’s A and B grade mens training and trials commence on Wednesday January 25 at 6pm. The B grade competition will be implemented for the very first time this year, with a playing night and times to be…
NORTH Queensland’s fastest nippers are hoping to outgun their southern rivals when they compete in Surf Life Saving Queensland’s (SLSQ) Youth State Championships at Hervey Bay next month. The local contingent includes 34 of the top…
In their opening Council session of the New Year, the Douglas Shire Council is expected to endorse the Queensland Government’s ban on the supply of lightweight plastic supermarket-style bags from July 2018.
Should the ban come into…
The Douglas Shire’s Local Disaster Management Group has rolled out disaster resilience tips and tools in the event of a cyclone or major flooding.
A new “If Only” campaign featuring video clips of locals reliving their experiences…
A DROP in bookings has prompted a plea from BreastScreen Queensland (BSQ) to take advantage of their free mobile service available at Atherton Showgrounds until 10 March. BSQ client Rachel Bernays said it was vital Atherton women put…
“As Trump era arrives, a sense of uncertainty grips the world.” This New York Times headline aptly articulates the mood circling the globe as Friday’s inauguration looms when Donald J Trump is sworn in as the 45th president of the United…
THE discovery of malnourished dogs, some in need of urgent veterinary care, at a remote rural property near Goondiwindi has angered Agriculture Minister Bill Byrne.
The Queensland Government is cracking down on ‘puppy farms’ across…
SHOULD a public swimming lagoon for Port Douglas be revisited? In light of ongoing concerns about crocodile numbers and the length of the stinger season in Far North Queensland, Newsport has been inundated with commentary and questions…
