Fresh off the back of the Adelaide Fringe, the Wonderland Spiegeltent will once again make its way north to Port Douglas Carnivale for a showstopping season opening on Friday, May...
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A key upgrade is now complete on the Warners Bridge near Mossman, providing a welcome boost for farmers and heavy vehicle operators just in time for the 2023 sugarcane crush....
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SMART WATER METER – STAGE TWO ROLLOUT Council is currently installing Smart Water Meters throughout the Douglas Shire as part of Stage-Two, Smart Water Meter Program. Each property in the...
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ANZAC Day will be commemorated across the Shire on Tuesday 25 April 2023. Three locations throughout the Douglas Shire will host a Dawn service or Commemorative March to honour and...
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Port Douglas Carnivale floats will be parading their best life at this year’s Macrossan Street Parade. Registrations are now open for floats and walkers to take part in the popular...
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UPDATE Friday 10 March 4PM **Daintree Ferry on track for Tuesday re-opening** The Daintree Ferry is on track to re-open by 5am Tuesday with repairs to the vessel’s hull...
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A community tree planting will take place at two locations along Four Mile Beach. About 700 native plants will be planted across Port Street pedestrian beach access and Sand Street...
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The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) will conduct an out-of-water safety inspection of the Daintree Ferry from Monday morning next week. Douglas Shire Council will close the vehicle ferry for...
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Three sections of rural unsealed roads will be turned into concrete pavements later this year. Douglas Shire Council has awarded a contract to Bissell Concreting Pty Ltd to upgrade sections...
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Douglas Shire Council will apply for grant funding from the State Government to act on complaints about a non-contiguous flying fox roost in Port Douglas and develop a long-term flying...
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A CHANCE to save hundreds of dollars on your annual water bill will be turned on for people living in Mossman and surrounds next month. Douglas Shire Council will start...
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*UPDATED - 12PM - 17 February 2023 The Daintree Ferry is currently closed. The service has been suspended due to flooding caused by heavy rainfall. The Daintree River is currently...
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**Wet Weather Update** Engagement Sessions moved to Port Douglas Community Hall in Mowbray Street Due to heavy rainfall and forecast conditions, the Come & Play and Movie Night community engagement...
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A NEW boardwalk and stairs will make it easier to get to Four Mile Beach via Sand Street in Port Douglas. Douglas Shire Council will replace the old wooden stairs...
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FOUR new light towers with smart technology will tackle inefficient sports field lighting at the home of the Mossman-Port Douglas Sharks Rugby League Club. Douglas Shire Council today awarded a...
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A LOCAL volunteer who has dedicated more than 20 years to helping people beat blood cancer is the Douglas Shire’s 2023 Citizen of the Year. Miallo resident Kerry Shepherdson, who...
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A vision to connect Mossman and surrounds via a dedicated shared cycle network continues to roll ahead in 2023. Douglas Shire Mayor Michael Kerr spent today with Assistant Local Government...
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LOCAL kids can jump on and splash around an inflatable obstacle course at the Mossman Pool this Australia Day. Douglas Shire Council has partnered with the Rotary Club of Mossman...
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WATER conservation measures will remain in place after Douglas Shire Council removed Level 1 Water Restrictions today. The flow in Rex Creek, which supplies water to Mossman and Port Douglas,...
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A huge night of New Years Eve activities took place in Port Douglas. The family friendly event included dual firework displays, a kids disco and DJ, UV lighting and food...
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