2020



April
Daintree River bridge a possibility
An easing of restrictions allows some Douglas shops to re-open
Behind the scenes part two: Where are we at with treatments for coronavirus SARS-CoV-2?
Council to determine swimming pool purchase
Zammataro challenged as micro-grid project supported
Daintree Bridge debate ignited: Council votes to explore options
New Mayor Kerr up for the challenge
Council announces COVID-19 relief package
Government comes to the aid of the animals
Queensland’s annual harvest season can go ahead safely during COVID-19
3D Tours save the lockdown property market in Port Douglas
JobKeeper allows N17 to re-hire staff member who is “part of the furniture”
Time for a picnic as restrictions eased
May
Council plugs RSL water leak
Reef Tracks nominated for top internet awards
Businesses welcome small taste of freedom
OPINION | We can withstand Chinese pressure
Tool to help sugarcane growers to measure farm profitability & planning
Urge to download tracing app
Police search for missing boatie in Port Douglas
United appeal by chambers across the state
Property market dashboard not relevant
Grave fears for missing Port Douglas man as search continues
Behind the scenes part three: Vaccination and immunity
Hemingway’s on the hunt for local Lager Legend
Make mum a Habitat Hero this Mother’s Day
Pasta e Vino’s first ‘virtual’ dinner
Domestic Violence awareness as local services join forces
Digging deep to treat invasive weed
Local businesses team up for support during this tough time
Douglas region scores top destination from travellers for second year
Sharks open refund depot in Mossman
Night works to close the Rex Range
Prime Minister announces three-step easing of COVID-19 restrictions
Queensland to significantly lift restrictions from next weekend
Police divers find no signs of Port Douglas missing man
Local radio station FAB FM investigated
Women encouraged to don a Pink Ribbon
OPINION | With luck the ABC can be saved
How hotels need to prepare for post COVID-19
Helmets a must for cyclists
No rest in hibernation at Wildlife Habitat
The staged road to tourism revival
Leadership in Corona Recovery
Virtual live experiences to get tourists dreaming
Local real estate market holding steady despite COVID-19
VIDEO | Parents of baby born roadside name passers-by Lager Legends
Free travel on the Daintree Ferry as visitor restrictions lifted
Mossman seniors happy to be back in the classroom
VIDEO | Campaign launched to encourage local spending
Community spirit shines: Douglas businesses working together
Local services begin reopening
2020 Mossman Show cancelled
Call for tradies and suppliers to register for Council projects
Drug raid in Julatten uncovers cannabis crop
Police release video footage of Julatten crop seizure
Douglas eateries eager to welcome back diners
OPINION | Virus puts economics in back seat
Slamming the breaks on home lending unjustified
Croc spotting cruise snaps back into action
One in three Australians on government support
Marina still top of mind despite virus
Four Mile free of stinger nets
Cycle network part of Douglas battleplan
Community welcomes new Hemingway's beer
$10,000 grants are up for grabs for Queensland small businesses
Capturing the stories behind the Douglas campaign
Entsch’s white picket fence vision for AFL grounds comes to fruition
Stall holders ready for market revival
Community opinion divided as tourism calls for borders to reopen
VIDEO | Hydroponics grow rooms located in Julatten
Douglas businesses encouraged to get in quick before grant runs out
OPINION | Trump’s deadly badge of dishonour
Port Douglas Target survives to be rebranded Kmart
Entsch welcomes new mayor’s fresh approach
On the agenda | Council seeks Tourism and Development Officer
Daintree Coast accommodation preparing to come out of hibernation
Get local help applying for government grants and tenders
Warner Street footpath gets funds to be completed
Stark economic predictions for Douglas revealed