Published Wednesday 9 September 2015
A boat at the centre of a tragic marine incident last Friday has been located on a reef at Snapper Island.
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Sudden Death Arlington Reef
A 56-year–old man and…
Published Wednesday 9 September 2015
To any budding actors out there in the Douglas region, here is an opportunity to be cast in the upcoming second ABC series The Code which will be filming in the region during September. …
Published Wednesday 9 September 2015
After 20 years of advocating for a nursing home, the Mossman District Nursing Home (MDNHI) finally see the fruits of their labour.
The Douglas Shire Council promised in the 2015-2016…
Published Wednesday 9 September 2015
QT Hotels & Resorts swept up at the 2015 HM Awards and also announce expansion into the international market.
With the recently appointed general manager Rupert Sakora at the helm of…
Published Wednesday 9 September 2015
The anticipated recovery in the non-mining economy is gaining momentum. The tourism and services market along the eastern seaboard has reflected an increase in visitor numbers.
Add…
By Kerry Larsen
Published Tuesday 8 September 2015
DOUGLAS Heat Basketball Club celebrated successes at their first rep tournament of the year in Atherton at the weekend.
Players from under 12s, under 14s, under 16/18 and the…
Published Tuesday 8 September 2015
Level 1 water restrictions will be introduced in the Douglas Shire on Friday 11 September.
Under Level 1 water restrictions, no watering of residential or commercial gardens is permitted…
Published Tuesday 8 September 2015
Australians for years have tried to come up with creative solutions to rid our land of pests. One of the most creative was the introduction of the cane toad to get rid of the cane…
Published Monday 7 September 2015
Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a boat last seen at Arlington Reef on Friday after a man died whilst spearfishing.
Two men had attended the reef to go spearfishing when…
Published Monday 7 September 2015
Concerned users of the recently-upgraded Rocky Point ramp met today with Mayor Julie Leu and local MP Billy Gordon to express their concerns about the upgrade.
The purpose of the informal…
By Logan Marsh
Published Monday 7 September 2015
The Douglas United Dragons have secured their place in the Division One final after doing it the hard way in their major semi final against Atherton on Friday night out at…
By Shona Barbour
Published Monday 7 September 2015
Before we mention the golf results for the week, Members are reminded that the AGM will be held at the club, 9.30am on Sunday 20th September 2015.
Members are also…
Revegetation management of our foreshore - what’s going on?
Published Sunday 6 September 2015
In a recent Newsport article concerning whether the use of high vis orange plastic fencing on Four Mile Beach was necessary or…
QT’s new GM putting his stamp on hotel culture
By Thirzah White
Published Saturday 5 September 2015
Rupert Sakora, QT’s new General Manager is no stranger to the hotel business, bringing 20 years of international experience…
By Thirzah White
Published Saturday 5 September 2015
Fire risk is behind the recall of over 150,000 affected Samsung top loader washing machines nationwide. There is a chance that moisture may penetrate the electrical connectors…
Published Friday 4 September 2015
Mackay Sugar today announced the appointment of Jason Lowry to the position of Chief Executive Officer effective 15 September, replacing Quinton Hildebrand.
Mr Hildebrand announced his decision to…
Published Friday 4 September 2015
As the 2015 Douglas Business & Tourism Awards draws near, voting numbers are up and tickets sales have an early surge.
The aim of the Douglas Business & Tourism Awards is to showcase the…
Published Thursday 3 September 2015
The Australian Financial Review reports there is a movement in the Australian economy away from big mining investment and more towards the tourism and services-driven sectors, especially on…
Joint management not planned for Port Douglas or Mossman
Published Thursday 3 September 2015
While the announcement of the Daintree Joint Management Group has received a positive response and the first meeting was met…
Published Thursday 3 September 2015
The Tropical Journeys Great Barrier Reef Marathon Festival is proud to announce that Olympic legend Steve Moneghetti is a confirmed starter for this year’s 42.195km marathon in Port Douglas…
By Treveen Page
Published Wednesday 2 September 2015
Division 3 played Stongers against the Gunnars, the Stingers have hit top form at the important end of the season they are playing good consistent netball and the goal shooter and…
CCTV’s are watching you, they see your every move
Published Wednesday 2 September 2015
While there is debate as to whether CCTV cameras stop crime, there is evidence that suggests they are invaluable for investigating offences…
Published Wednesday 2 September 2015
With new funding announced as well as the management handed over by Douglas Chamber of Commerce, Carnivale is set for a another phase of growth into its 22nd year.
After 10 dynamic years as the…
Published Wednesday 2 September 2015
With new funding announced as well as the management handed over by Douglas Chamber of Commerce, Carnivale is set for a another phase of growth into its 22nd year.
After 10 dynamic years…
Published Tuesday 1 September 2015
Newsport has learnt today that the Douglas Chamber of Commerce will officially end its management of Carnivale.
The Douglas Chamber of Commerce is preparing a media statement for tomorrow with…
