Two new sandbagging machines, capable of producing 600 sandbags per hour, are set to become a vital asset in the Douglas Shire’s storm readiness efforts. Believed to be the first of...
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Douglas Shire Council, in partnership with Tourism Port Douglas Daintree (TPDD), is pleased to announce the return of the Douglas Card — a seasonal initiative encouraging Far North Queenslanders to...
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Event Details Date: Saturday, 8 November 2025 Time: 8 AM - 12 Noon Location: Mossman High School Sport Complex 42/62 Front St, Mossman QLD 4873 Community Garage Sale Community-wide reuse...
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News Bites Ordinary Council Meeting | 30 September 2025 A new chapter for Mossman Youth Centre Savannah Sounds secured for three more years Council greenlights community re-sale events to boost...
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Construction of a new Noah Creek Bridge is set to begin in July 2026, delivering a major boost to Daintree communities and the local tourism industry. The $12 million reconstruction...
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Clubs, community groups and event organisers have a golden opportunity to boost their impact, grow participation, make upgrades and bring fresh ideas to life. Funding is now available through Douglas...
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Douglas Shire Council, in partnership with Mossman Support Services Youth Centre and the Tin Shed, is calling on local businesses to help bring festive cheer to the community by sponsoring...
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Road resealing will be occurring between 20 October - 6 November (weather dependant) in the following locations: All works will be under traffic control and minor disruptions are expected. The...
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The Douglas Shire community is invited to come together this Saturday (September 20) to celebrate the official opening of the Port Douglas Splash Park. The new community space at Jalunbu Park,...
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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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