Rev your engines and polish your paintwork as Coastal Show and Shine debuts at Port Douglas Carnivale on 24 May 2026. The Coastal Show and Shine motor show, supported by…
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The Great Barrier Reef and the ancient Daintree rainforest will be celebrated in a spectacle of colour and creativity when Port Douglas Carnivale’s Macrossan Street Parade returns on Friday, 22…
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As Council celebrates the 20th anniversary of the Mossman Library in its current form, borrower‑turned‑Library Officer Kelley Santarossa has been reflecting on the journey from the old library building to…
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Pool Entry Prices Cut to Get More Locals Swimming The cost to take your kids to the Mossman Pool is set to drop by 50 per cent, following Council’s endorsement…
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Douglas Shire Council’s partnership with Renew Tropical Douglas is drawing to a close but the program has already left a positive imprint on Mossman’s main street. The initiative — designed…
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With the wet season now behind us, Douglas Shire Council has handed back the keys to Wonga Beach State School — a small but symbolic moment marking the end of…
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The major roadworks required to support the new four-lane Daintree Ferry are set to begin following the arrival of contractors for the landside infrastructure upgrade project. The Albanese and Crisafulli…
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A fun and energetic warm‑up that beats any caffeine hit, a bigger and better free breakfast and a First Nations dance troupe will set the scene for Yalanji RAW 2026,…
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The community is being invited to help shape the anniversary of 150 years of Douglas Shire, with plans underway for a year-long program of events and activities in 2027. The milestone…
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Visitors to this year's Mossman Show are invited to embark on a fun-filled adventure while discovering some of the fantastic services that help make Douglas Shire a great place to…
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Douglas Shire Council has successfully completed construction of the new temporary bypass at Noah Creek, marking a major milestone in the delivery of the new dual-lane bridge. The elevated single-lane…
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Disaster Plan endorsed Douglas Shire Council has adopted the 2026 Local Disaster Management Plan and appointed a refreshed Local Disaster Management Group (LDMG) to strengthen the region’s disaster preparedness and…
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Mossman Pool is now more accessible and inclusive for residents and visitors following the installation of a new access lift. The hydraulic access lift has been installed at the community…
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Douglas Shire Council is calling on residents, businesses and organisations to dig deep as the Mayor's Christmas Appeal 2026 officially gets underway, with a fundraising target of $15,000 to support…
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A new logo capturing the natural beauty of the Douglas Shire has been unveiled ahead of the region's 150-year commemoration. Created by local designer Lisa Previte, the winning design was…
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Council will undertake additional inspections of trees in the vicinity of this afternoon's tree fall incident in Port Douglas. The incident on Macrossan Street occurred during a period of near-gale-force…
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An Illegal Dumping Officer will be able to dedicate more time to tracking down offenders and protecting the shire's environment thanks to a $389,000 funding boost. The officer will focus…
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Nominations are now open for the 2027 Douglas Shire Australia Day Awards, which recognise individuals and groups making an outstanding contribution to the community. Awards will be presented across a…
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A local alterations specialist and clothes designer is encouraging people to rethink what they do with unwanted clothing as part of Council's upcoming ReLoved Weekend. Maureen Bourke, of Port Douglas…
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*Douglas Shire Council's Mayor Lisa Scomazzon was amongst the dignitaries that took part in a ceremonial shovel-ready ceremony on Friday 21 August. Read the Queensland Government's media release for the…
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