Developer encouraged to work with Council COUNCILLORS have encouraged the developer of a proposed resort development on Port Douglas Road to work with Council to address its development application which...
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CALL of the Running Tide was back bigger and better than ever in 2021! The Environmental Sculpture and Multimedia Festival showcases artworks that put the spotlight on environmental issues. Artworks...
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DOUGLAS kids came out in force to learn about the importance of sustainable fishing at a fun-filled catch & release event at the Mossman Boat & Fishing Club on September...
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LOCAL dog owners are being asked to ‘Go Fetch’ this September. Douglas Shire Council is encouraging local dog owners to register their pets to help re-unite lost pooches with their...
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A DRAFT action plan to sustain local fisheries is out for public comment. In a significant move forward to promote sustainable fishing practises across Douglas Shire, Council has joined forces...
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YALANJI artist Lenice Shonenberger has proven even the humble toilet block can be transformed into a colourful work of art. Lenice and her team of artists painted a mural of...
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NEW lights, grandstands and recreational areas will greet swimmers when a more inclusive Mossman Pool re-opens on Monday next week. Douglas Shire Council has completed a raft of upgrades and...
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COVID grace period for late payments RATEPAYERS who pay their latest rates notice before 26 September 2021 won’t be charged interest. Douglas Shire Council has extended the interest grace period...
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DOUGLAS Shire Council will be reviewing the condition of existing water meters in coming weeks as it prepares for the planned Smart Water Meter Program. Councillors this week awarded a...
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CONSTRUCTION of a new bridge near Mossman which will improve access for the local sugarcane industry is now underway. Douglas Shire Council has finished building a bypass at Anichs Bridge,...
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LOCAL farms and golf courses are reaping the rewards of environmentally-friendly processes at the Port Douglas Wastewater Treatment Plant. In the 2020/21 financial year, Douglas Shire Council re-purposed about 540ML...
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A NEW app and online resource to help small businesses prevent, prepare, respond and recover from disasters is now available to Douglas businesses. The Small Business Disaster Hub provides a...
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A NEW playground could bring a bite to the fig tree at Rex Smeal Park. Douglas Shire Council has released concept designs of a new Green Ant adventure play space...
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LOCAL builders are invited to lodge a tender submission to build a Safe Places Emergency Accommodation in Mossman. Douglas Shire Council has released the design and construction tender to Vendor...
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A SECTION of Oak Beach’s foreshore is getting a makeover with a weed control and tree planting project to get underway this week. Douglas Shire Council’s coastal maintenance and rehabilitation...
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A FRESH campaign has been launched by Douglas Shire Council to highlight the Vulnerable Persons Register and encourage those at risk to get on board. The Register is maintained by...
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TRADITIONAL hunting areas have been etched into new timber benches designed to create a yarning circle at George Davis Park in Mossman. The Bunday yarning benches are the creative work...
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Approval extended for residential estate expansion A DEVELOPER wishing to expand a residential estate in Mossman has been granted an extension by Douglas Shire Council. The land is located between...
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OVERNIGHT irrigation will be encouraged under a new, flexible water restriction schedule endorsed by Douglas Shire Council today. Councillors unanimously adopted an updated water restrictions schedule, featuring a new ‘Level...
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WOMEN’S Health to take priority in Douglas with a Free information session for women of peri and post-menopausal age. Aptly named Women’s Health Matters, the special Women’s Health Information Session...
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