There will be double the prize money for winning floats and double the fun at this year’s ‘Tropic & Exotic’ themed Port Douglas Carnivale Street Parade. Registrations are now open for…
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The Electoral Commission of Queensland (ECQ) published a notice of election on Saturday, February 22. The Notice of Election and opening of candidate nominations also means Douglas Shire Council is…
Inspiring steps towards sustainable practices by eco- tourism champions will be celebrated in this year’s Show Me Your Paradise marketing campaign by Tourism Port Douglas Daintree. The tourism operators featured...
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A FREE weekly Tai Chi class in Port Douglas is the best medicine for local Josephine Matthews. The charismatic retiree, who lives her life to the fullest despite suffering from...
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Streambank on the Daintree’s Stewart Creek has been repaired as part of a $2.1 million disaster recovery project at nine sites across the Wet Tropics. Terrain NRM is managing the...
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Be on the lookout and report signs to Biosecurity Queensland on 13 25 23 or contact the Exotic Plant Pest Hotline on 1800 084 881. Early detection and reporting are...
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TWO local small business owners who handcraft gourmet spices in the Daintree Rainforest have signed the new lease for the Thornton Beach Café. Douglas Shire Council handed the keys of...
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Sponsorship opportunities for community A DOCUMENT outlining annual sponsorship opportunities in Douglas Shire will help businesses plan for their future community involvement. The Douglas Shire Council Sponsorship Prospectus has been...
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AN EXTENSION to the off-leash area at Four Mile Beach and a new zone at a popular park in Mossman are just some initiatives listed in the new Local Laws....
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The Bureau of Meteorology's Heatwave Service has forecast severe intensity heatwave conditions in Douglas Shire from tomorrow. Low intensity heatwave conditions are expected to start today before increasing to severe...
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A COMMUNITY reference group will be formed to ensure projects billeted for a block of land, located north of the Daintree River, complement existing Daintree Rainforest experiences and products. Douglas...
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Key Government and industry players will aim to inspire ideas for local businesses about leveraging economic opportunity in the region at the Douglas Business Expo next month. The Douglas Business...
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The Bureau of Meteorology has forecast king tides to affect coastal areas in Douglas Shire from Thursday, February 6 until Wednesday 12th February. King tides are expected to peak at...
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It has been a busy start to 2020 for Douglas Shire Council crews. Below is a brief summary of work that has started or been completed in past few days....
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A FORESHORE re-vegetation project at North Myall Beach in Cape Tribulation is one of eight recipients under the 2019-20 Council Grants Program. Local not-for-profit Daintree Life, which has an aim…
UPDATE: The Bureau of Meteorology is reporting that the immediate threat of severe thunderstorms has passed, but the situation will continue to be monitored and further warnings will be issued...
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PLAYGROUND equipment is set for a refresh with 10 popular sites earmarked for upgrades. Douglas Shire Council awarded the Playground Renewal tender for the supply and installation of new play...
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Council is considering ways to reduce the speed of vehicles in the area and we’d like your feedback to determine if installing raised platforms is welcomed by the community. This...
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DOUGLAS Shire Council has voted to ban the use of glyphosate in popular areas across the Shire and place a stronger emphasis on using chemical-free alternatives. The Glyphosate Reduction Strategy,...
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The Clink Theatre is conducting a three-week workshop over the school holidays for 'The Wizard of Oz" - Young Performers' Edition. The production will be performed in front of an...
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