Some of Far North Queenslandβs most popular tourist destinations are back open for business in the wake of Cyclone Jasper. Communities across the Douglas Shire have been working around the...
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A steady water supply has been restored to Port Douglas, Mossman and surrounding communities after week-long disruptions in the wake of Cyclone Jasper. ALL residents are being urged to play...
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Council crews and support are continuing to charge the water network in Port Douglas and surrounding communities. Β Water production is not yet at usual capacity but is gradually increasing...
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Visitors heading to Far North Queensland for holidays in coming days are being advised to plan ahead when using the roads in the wake of Cyclone Jasper. Douglas Shire Council...
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Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β MEDIA RELEASE Friday, 23rd December, 2023 Water supply is continuing to be restored to Port Douglas, Mossman and surrounding communities as crews work around the clock fixing and filling...
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Please see below details on locations for port-a-loos across Port Douglas Rex Meal Park toilet area X 2 Market Park car park X 3 Port Douglas Esplanade (Nth of surf...
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Cyclone Jasper Recovery Information Available Support Personal hardship assistanceΒ is available for the entire Douglas Shire Local Government Area. This includesΒ Emergency Hardship Assistance,Β Essential Household Contents Grants,Β Essential Services Safety and Reconnection Grants,...
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The images you see here show the extent of landslips across Cape Tribulation. Crews estimate there is a staggering 2,500 truckloads of debris to remove from this region in the...
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Please access important information here if you have any concerns regarding animals and their food or fodder.
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WASTE DISPOSAL UPDATE - 23/12/2023 Β Bin days are running as per usual over the Christmas period including all public holidays - Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day....
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Management of personal hygiene in an emergency in a low water environment Unfortunately, post emergencies there are sometimes substantial damage to water infrastructure resulting in a significant water shortage. The...
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Your Local Disaster Management Group (LDMG) is meeting daily to support the community. We would like to take this opportunity to thank all community members, authorities,Β agencies and everyone who...
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NOTE: The ferry is only available for use by emergency services, essential services and residents living north of Daintree River. We'll provide an update when the full ferry service is...
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πππππππ πππππ πππππ ππππππ A non-potable water truck is at the Port Douglas Neighbourhood Centre. Β Bottled water is available too. Β Bring your containers and fill up! The truck...
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πππππππ πππππ πππππ ππππππ We estimate water will be restored to Port Douglas in the next 24-48 hours (dependent on a reduction in water use within the network). Council is...
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Daintree Transfer Station will re-open tomorrow (Thursday, December 21) from 8.00am to 3.00pm. Council has waived tipping fees for residential disaster waste at the transfer station, which is waste generated...
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Cow Bay Transfer Station will resume normal operating hours as of tomorrow β 10am to 4.45pm (Wednesday, December 20). Council has waived tipping fees at the Transfer Stations for residential...
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Douglas Shire Council has made a desperate plea for help to Canberra for military support as it experiences unprecedented rainfall and flooding. The Far North Queensland shire has been inundated...
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Drinking water supplied by your local council may not be available or safe to drink during or after a disaster. Making drinking water safe If your local council or...
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++UPDATE, Friday December 15++ Catch-up bin collection services, Saturday, December 16 (weather permitting). πππ§ππ«ππ₯ π°ππ¬ππ: Miallo, Newell, Somerset, Rocky Point, Wonga (south arm) ππππ²ππ₯π: Rocky Point and Wonga (south arm)...
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