23/01/2026 The Disaster Management Unit is currently monitoring Tropical Low 18U. There is no active warnings for this system for the Douglas Shire region. Residents are encouraged to monitor forecasts...
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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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The outstanding contributions of local residents were celebrated at the Douglas Australia Day Awards Ceremony, where individuals from across the region were recognised for their dedication, leadership and service to...
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A much-loved generational music teacher, and the 2025 Citizen of the Year, is encouraging the Douglas Shire community to get behind this year’s Australia Day Awards. The ceremony will be...
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A popular Douglas Shire beach will undergo rehabilitation and restoration works in 2026, with initial works scheduled to begin next week. The southern end of Newell Beach will receive sand...
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Douglas Shire Council is reminding residents to remain prepared this wet season after the recent weather system passed well south of the region. The Douglas Shire experienced no significant impacts...
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With more wet weather on the way, we’re asking everyone in the Douglas Shire to keep water conservation front of mind. While it might seem unusual to save water during...
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It’s a must-do for everyone from honeymooners to grey nomads but this Sunday the iconic Port Douglas Markets will have something extra special for its youngest visitors. The Christmas Markets...
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With more than 100 people turning out to the Mossman AgFutures Field Day held on Saturday morning at the Mossman Showgrounds, Member for Cook David Kempton says there is reason...
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Make a splash this festive season with the annual Toy Dive at the Mossman Pool! The event is already making a splash and there’s still plenty of time to get...
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Nearly 30 Daintree Coast residents have attended a community information session on the Daintree Ferry Replacement and Landside Infrastructure projects. The session featured a panel of representatives from Council, Durack...
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Ten years ago, Mossman Library embraced a bold new initiative that would transform early childhood literacy across Queensland. As the community gathers to celebrate a decade of First 5 Forever,...
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Douglas Shire Council has teamed up with an animal shelter manager, a veterinarian and a dog trainer to launch a new campaign aimed at promoting responsible dog ownership across the...
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Thousands of native seeds will be stuck to the walls of a vacant Mossman shop as part of an initiative aimed at breathing new life and encouraging activity in the...
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Douglas Shire will be trialling laser technology this wet season to improve real-time monitoring of flash flooding and rapidly rising creeks. The initiative aims to provide timely, accurate data that...
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The Queensland Audit Office (QAO) 2025 Final Management Report for Douglas Shire Council was presented for noting at today's Ordinary Meeting. Council's response to the findings (and media coverage of...
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Douglas Shire Council is inviting residents and stakeholders to a dedicated community meeting to learn more about the Daintree Ferry Landside Infrastructure and Ferry Replacement projects. The meeting, to be...
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