Douglas Shire Council is inviting residents to nominate exceptional individuals for the 2026 Australia Day Awards, with nominations now officially open. These annual awards celebrate the contributions of community members...
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Almost $49 million in works is being undertaken to build back better on eight state-controlled roads damaged by ex-Tropical Cyclone Jasper. Works will be delivered through the 2023–24 Betterment Fund, which...
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Overnight repair works to Noah Creek Bridge will begin next month, restoring the bridge’s original 16-tonne load rating following damage sustained during Cyclone Jasper. The bridge has been operating under...
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There is only 1 week to go until the 4th edition of the Port Douglas Gran Fondo Festival, with the exciting new addition to the Festival, Run Port Douglas, being...
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Douglas Shire Council has formally adopted its new Waste Reduction and Recycling Plan 2025–2030 (WRRP 25-30), setting a clear pathway towards a cleaner, greener and more sustainable future for the...
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Far North Queensland to benefit from the Crisafulli Government’s landmark $2 billion Residential Activation Fund. Residential Activation Fund to deliver $18.1 million towards five critical infrastructure projects. At least half...
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Disaster Risk Reduction - Council endorses local resilience action plan Douglas Shire Council has endorsed a plan aimed at long term resilience by prioritising critical projects that mitigate risks from...
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The search is underway for a company to design, build and commission a new raw water intake and pre-treatment plant on the Mossman River - an essential step in securing the region’s long-term water...
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Essential works to return the Noah Creek Bridge to its 16-tonne load rating and restore access for service vehicles will begin next month. The bridge is a key connection between...
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Getting back into a home after a disaster isn’t just about walls and roofs. Having the basics in place, like running water and working toilets are essential. For families in...
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With less than one month to go, excitement is building for the official opening of the Port Douglas Splash Park, set to take place on Saturday 20 September 2025. A...
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There is only one month to go until the 4th edition of the Port Douglas Gran Fondo Festival, which now includes RUN PORT DOUGLAS on Saturday 13 September and the...
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The weekend of 13-14 September 2025 will see thousands of runners and cyclists travelling to Tropical North Queensland for the 4th running of the Port Douglas Gran Fondo Festival, which...
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Douglas Shire Council has officially approved a recommendation to award the design, construction and operation of the new Daintree River ferry to a company which has previously designed, built and...
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Road resealing will be occurring Oak Beach, Mowbray, Killaloe, Cassowary, Mossman, Miallo, Whyanbeel and Rocky Point during the period August 5-19 (weather dependant). All works will be under traffic control...
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Cyclone Jasper recovery works endorsed Douglas Shire Council has retrospectively endorsed $18.5 million in reconstruction contracts awarded in June to repair critical infrastructure damaged by Tropical Cyclone Jasper. Major works include landslip...
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Mulching your garden is a fantastic way to be water-wise and Council wants to help. Starting Monday 11th August, free mulch will be available to domestic customers at Killaloe Transfer...
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The stop-start journey through Alexandra Range is over, with contractors wrapping up essential roadworks along Cape Tribulation Road. A further seven sites along this busy tourism route- damaged during ex-Tropical...
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Mossman Skate Park is set for a vibrant new look, as Douglas Shire Council invites the community to help bring colour and creativity back to George Davis Park. More than...
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Douglas Shire Mayor Lisa Scomazzon has welcomed Queensland Premier David Crisafulli’s visit to Mossman, where he urged local farmers to continue growing sugar cane in preparation for a 2026 harvest....
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