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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Business and School Survey SPORTS vouchers are up for grabs as Douglas Shire Council seeks feedback about parks, trails, and public sporting facilities in Douglas Shire. Council has started initial...
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DAINTREE blacksmith Victoria Park can now forge metal art at her workshop in the rainforest. The local artist recently completed a six-week blacksmithing course through TAFE thanks to a Regional...
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A PRIORITY lane for locals at the northern side of the Daintree River crossing has jumped the queue. Douglas Shire Council is starting work on a feasibility study into constructing...
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Mossman to get new boutique wine bar DOUGLAS Shire Council has approved a development application for a boutique wine bar at the old Mossman Cycle Sports shop on Front Street....
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A FREE family fun day at the Mossman pool on Australia Day was all thanks to the generosity of the Rotary Club of Mossman. Families were served up an epic...
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THE founder of a breast cancer support group in Douglas Shire is our Citizen of the Year. Douglas Shire Mayor Michael Kerr awarded the prestigious honour to Maria Atkinson, a...
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A NEW town entry sign is giving visitors a friendly welcome to Port Douglas. Douglas Shire Council recently installed a ‘Welcome to Port Douglas’ sign, showcasing the beautiful Four Mile...
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Local Jobs Program Tuesday 9 February, 2021 Mossman Shire Hall - 9:30 – 11:30am Book your spot here Tuesday 9 February, 2021 Port Douglas Community Hall - 1-3pm Book your...
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REGISTER NOW CALLING all Douglas residents in the events industry! Join us for the FREE Volunteer and Events Training at the Port Douglas Community Hall next week. Douglas Shire Council...
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A POPULAR local video series continues to shine the spotlight on Douglas Shire's quiet achievers. The G'day Port Douglas Daintree's "3 Minutes With a Local" project this week published its...
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The return of the popular Active8 Free Fitness Program will give locals and tourists an opportunity to work off the Christmas ham with a healthy kick-start to 2021. Douglas Shire...
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A community exhibition showcasing photographs of the January 2019 floods was launched at the Port Douglas Community Hall late-last year. Community Development Officer, Kathrina Southwell, has been working with communities...
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Wheelie bin pick up days will change for some Douglas Shire residents from 11 January 2021. The changes will improve efficiencies of truck routes and accommodate service growth areas. About...
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TALENTED Indigenous Musical Theatre Performer Lorinda May Merrypor from The Sapphire’s theatre show stopped by Mossman last week and spoke to us as part of her “Let’s Connect” tour. “Let’s...
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The Douglas Theatre Arts Group’s talented choir and solo artists have performed your favourite Christmas Carols in various locations throughout Douglas Shire. Each performance has been filmed to create a...
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A NEW over 50s retirement village featuring a 25-metre lap pool, lawn bowls green and cinema in Port Douglas has been approved by Douglas Shire Council. Councillors today endorsed the...
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A DUSTING of Christmas magic landed over Macrossan Street on Friday night as Santa made an early stop in the tropics. With Mrs Clause by his side, and his elves...
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