Douglas Shire Council is inviting applications from a motivated and community-minded couple to take on the role of Caretakers at the beautiful Wonga Beach Caravan Park, located along the pristine coastline of Far North Queensland....
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Douglas Shire Council is planning to deliver more than $130 million in capital works in the 2025–2026 financial year, continuing to progress essential infrastructure projects that support disaster recovery, strengthen...
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Douglas Shire Council has adopted its 2025-2026 Budget, setting a clear course toward financial sustainability while continuing to invest in essential services and critical infrastructure for the community. As part...
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Golf club swings into new agreement The Mossman Golf Club’s future has been secured for the next two decades. It has been offered two new concurrent 20-year leases over land...
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Families can look forward to using the new Port Douglas Splash Park during the Term 3 school holidays, with the $4.75 million project due for completion in time for the September break....
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Dog registrations in the Douglas Shire are set to expire on 31 July 2025. Renewal notices will be mailed to all registered dog owners at the end of June 2025. Check...
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Douglas Shire Council has renewed its commitment to the region’s tourism industry by endorsing a new $1.5m funding agreement with Tourism Port Douglas Daintree (TPDD). The three-year agreement outlines continued financial support...
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A prominent First Nations organisation and enthusiastic local primary school students are teaming up to transform a recently removed tree into a traditional canoe, in a unique cultural and educational...
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Department of Transport and Main Roads will be resurfacing the ramp, reinstalling the floating walkway and undertaking some asphalt correction works at the approach. Work is set to begin on...
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Douglas Shire Council is calling on locals and visitors to pre-register now for the Yalanji RAW 2025 Reconciliation Run, a free community event celebrating unity, culture, and reconciliation. This Saturday’s event at Mossman...
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Port Douglas was packed with colour, music and tropical good times as Carnivale wrapped up after three days of celebrations from May 23 to 25. From big-name acts at Rex...
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Douglas Shire Council is calling on the State and Federal Governments to support the next phase of the Port Douglas Waterfront South Precinct project – a transformative initiative designed to...
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Douglas Shire Council invites pensioner ratepayers who are not currently receiving a rate subsidy from the State Government on their half yearly rate notice to lodge an application for the...
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Though their talents have earned recognition across Australia, a group of remarkable artists remain hidden gems within the Douglas Shire. Now, they’re stepping into the spotlight — proudly flying the...
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Created by Broad Encounters, described by ARTSHUB as “the leading creator of exciting and thoroughly immersive theatre in Australia right now", MAHO MAGIC BAR is a unique immersive experience that...
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A jam-packed program of free family fun, adventure and entertainment will take centre stage during Port Douglas Carnivale from 23 to 25 May. The action kicks off on Friday afternoon...
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The countdown is on to one of Port Douglas’ most anticipated annual events, with the 2025 Port Douglas Carnivale program officially released today. Running from 16 to 25 May, Port...
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In a morale boost for the Douglas Shire’s agricultural sector, the Mossman Show Ball will be revived after decades in hiatus. This year’s cabaret will be held at the Mossman Shire...
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Significant milestones in Daintree Ferry replacement project Council has received offers to design, construct, deliver and operate the new Daintree ferry while more than $9 million has been committed to...
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The RSL has described a $150,000 upgrade at the Mossman cenotaph as a “tremendous” improvement ahead of this Friday’s ANZAC Day service. The revered Front Street site now has a...
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