A NEW illegal dumping campaign will encourage more people to report suspected offenders to Douglas Shire Council. The “If You See It, Report It” campaign follows increased reporting and enforcement...
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Don't forget to register for the important Free Workshop - Thrive In Work. The workshops are hosted by Mark Schmitt, Project Manager at Thrive In Work, and provide valuable tools...
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A TAI CHI king is coming to Port Douglas. Founder and Director of the Tai Chi for Health Institute, Dr. Paul Lam, who is renowned in the global Tai Chi...
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MELBOURNE librarian Amy Inglis is turning the page to a new chapter at Douglas Libraries. Formerly with the Yarra Plenty Regional Library Service, Amy has stepped into the role of...
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LOCAL businesses owners and workers are invited to attend a Mental Health Awareness Program in Port Douglas and Cape Tribulation this month. Douglas Shire Council and Tourism Port Douglas Daintree...
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Controlling weeds in Douglas Douglas Shire Council’s weed management team is continuing the annual roadside weed spraying, focussing efforts on containing invasive grass species growing along our road networks. These...
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DOUGLAS Shire Mayor Michael Kerr has joined a regional push to get the State Government to release a report on a review of the State Emergency Service (SES) as a...
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Would you like to be involved in the biggest party in town? Well, we want YOU to get involved in the 2021 Port Douglas Carnivale. Lock in May 21-23 for...
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Douglas Shire Community Groups are gearing up to Clean-up this weekend, and they are calling on the community to get behind their efforts. Two Clean-Up sites have been officially registered...
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A FREE workshop for small business owners and community groups will give Douglas Shire an edge in grant funding applications. Douglas Shire Council is partnering with the National Drought and...
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A collaboration between Douglas Chamber of Commerce and Douglas Shire Council, the Douglas Business Expo connects business with Government and industry experts to share knowledge and discuss ideas for the...
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Port Douglas Carnivale 2021 is on and Australian rock greats Spiderbait will headline this year’s event in Australia’s Paradise. Douglas Shire Mayor Michael Kerr said Port Douglas was ready to...
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INDIGENOUS artwork featuring native animals and iconic Douglas locations star on new town entry signs at Mossman and Daintree Village. Platypuses, Ulysses butterflies and dragonflies are depicted on the new...
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THE next stages of a dedicated cycleway connecting the new Kubirri Aged Care Centre to the Mossman Gorge Centre is one of eight funding submissions to be put forward to...
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CASSOWARY habitat at Wangetti Beach will be rehabilitated when more than 1000 native trees are planted later this year. Douglas Shire Council started preparation work at the site using a...
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DOUGLAS Hockey will welcome a new Clubhouse at Coronation Park in Mossman by the end of the month as it gears up for an exciting season in 2021. Douglas Hockey...
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LOW Intensity Aquafit classes will continue at Mossman Pool due to the popularity of the initial six-week program. The FREE classes, held every Wednesday at 10am, will continue until the...
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MARINE biologist Phil Laycock believes Douglas Shire has some of the most diverse and special fishing experiences in remote Australia. Phil is hosting the Fishing for the Future community workshop...
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THE dream job for boaties and fishing fanatics who want to operate a caravan park is here. Douglas Shire Council is now accepting expressions of interest for caretaker services at...
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A DRAFT Economic Development Strategy designed to leverage sensible economic drivers and diversify the economy has been released for public consultation. Douglas Shire Council is seeking community feedback on the...
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