Water Main Repair Works, Tree Removal and Water Supply Interruption Douglas Shire Council advises that works will be undertaken to repair a water main leak near Dreamcatcher Apartments, 26–28 Reef...
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Notice of Water Supply Interruption As part of Douglas Shire Council’s commitment to improving water security, operational upgrades will be undertaken on critical water supply infrastructure across the Shire. Residents...
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The caretakers of the Wonga Beach Caravan Park say the worldwide interest in their new lifestyle role has made their appointment even more special. Douglas Shire Council had a trickle...
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Exploring Sustainable Support for Tourism Douglas Shire Council is exploring opportunities to develop a sustainable tourism funding model to help maintain and improve local infrastructure while continuing to grow the...
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Council waives Mossman Pool fee increase for school swim programs Council has agreed to waive a recent increase in child entry fees at Mossman Pool for learn-to-swim programs during the...
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Douglas Shire Council will remove three unsafe Oil Palms on the verge of Port Douglas Road, in front of Oaks Resort Port Douglas, before the end of the year (subject...
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Douglas Shire Council has/will received $132,665 in funding to expand waste‑education initiatives through the Recycle Mate app and its supporting tools. This Queensland Government-supported program will give residents easy access...
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Savannah Sounds will deliver three days of live music at Rex Smeal Park, with the official program released today ahead of the Port Douglas Carnivale weekend from Friday 22 May...
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Douglas Shire Council will deliver an additional two days of drinking‑water supply for the community, thanks to a 35ML increase in raw water reservoir capacity that will connect to the...
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Creatives and community members are invited to take part in our upcoming “Creative Connecting” workshops! These sessions offer a relaxed, welcoming space to explore creative ideas, share artistic concepts and...
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The new Daintree River ferry project is progressing, with marine engineer and shipbuilder Birdon now underway on the preliminary design of the vessel. The work brings together structural, electrical, hydraulic...
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Council Eyes New Port–Mossman Cycle Track A cycling track between Port Douglas and Mossman is being considered. The proposed track would follow the same path of the old cane train...
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As Council’s Disaster Management Unit keeps an eye on the weather systems bubbling away in the Coral Sea this wet season, it’s easy to forget just how much work goes...
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Most young bowlers dream of taking the shiny new white ball in a Cricket World Cup. For Mossman’s Kai Wall, that dream came true this year — and he did...
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A new store and community art space has opened in Mossman thanks to a program designed to breathe new life into regional towns and support local creatives. Tanya Morris has...
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The theme of the 2026 parade is ‘Ancient Wonders’, reflecting the diversity of the region, from the ancient Daintree rainforest to the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef. Businesses, individuals,...
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Council is challenging the Douglas Shire’s creative crowd to think big and community‑facing when applying for a beefed‑up round of arts funding. Labelled the “Super Round”, funding of up to...
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Contractor HEH Civil team is continuing great progress across the multiple landslip sites along Cape Tribulation and Bloomfield Roads. Recent works have included soil nailing, micropiling, stormwater upgrades and stabilisation...
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CCTV on wheels – new security measure considered Mobile CCTV units could be used to curb antisocial and criminal behaviour if Council is successful in securing Queensland Government funding. Council...
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Douglas Shire families are being encouraged to stay local and make the most of a huge lineup of free school holiday activities at Mossman Pool, Mossman Library and Mossman Shire...
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