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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**Birdon media release** Australian maritime engineering company Birdon has signed a 20-year contract with Douglas Shire Council to design, construct, operate and maintain a new four-lane ferry for the Daintree...
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Great news for the Daintree community - the Noah Creek Bridge has officially been restored to its previous 16-tonne load rating. Crews recently worked overnight to install new, custom-made timber...
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The Mayor’s Christmas Appeal has officially launched, calling on the Douglas Shire community to help make this festive season brighter for families facing financial hardship. The Mayor’s Christmas Appeal has...
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Council is inviting residents to take part in the upcoming Community Garage Sale, a shire-wide event that celebrates sustainability, reuse and community spirit. Next month’s event is part of the...
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**QUEENSLAND GOVERNMENT MEDIA RELEASE** The Crisafulli Government remains committed to supporting the Mossman community following news cane growers and processors were unable to reach a commercial agreement. $6 million was invested...
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The inspirational stories of past Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) recipients have been captured on film, as Douglas Shire Council encourages local creatives to apply for the next round of...
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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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What's Happening Road resealing will be occurring between 29 October - 5 November (weather dependant) in the locations listed below. Action Required Please remove all vehicles, caravans, boats and trailers...
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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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