National Reconciliation Week (NRW) is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving...
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A new flow meter will be installed this week on the interconnection bypass along Mossman Daintree Road, at the turnoff to Scomazzon Road. This is an important step in increasing...
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You might notice a light aircraft flying at low levels across our region over the coming months (June to November). It's likely it'll be taking part in an extensive survey...
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Today the Douglas Shire Mayor and Councillors accepted the resignation of the Councilβs CEO. Mayor Scomazzon thanked Rachel Brophy for her continued dedication, professionalism and commitment during good times and...
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Douglas Shire Council advises that the Ultraviolet (UV) disinfection system at the Port Douglas Wastewater Treatment Plant was irreparably damaged due to an electrical fire, which occurred between 20th and...
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Council's water department is conducting critical testing on the new interconnection pipework between Newell Beach intersection and Miallo State SchoolΒ this morning. This will allow us to confirm water supply and...
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Community health, environmental management, small business and rural landholder support as well as rebuilding community recreational facilities are some of the main focuses of a new major disaster assistance package...
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The Albanese Labor Government is today announcing $17.48 million for council-led projects that will contribute to the protection and resilience of the Great Barrier Reef. Nineteen councils across Reef catchments...
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Post Jasper rebuild continues Council officers continue to work on funding applications under Queenslandβs Disaster Relief Funding Arrangement administered by the Queensland Reconstruction Authority (QRA). The QRA has provided Council...
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Douglas Shire Council is pleased to confirm the relaxing of water restriction measures across the shire from Level 4 to Level 3 from 2 May 2024. Several factors have contributed...
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Have you ever wondered what the story is behind the rusty old bomb in place at ANZAC Park? This sea mine was laid by the Royal Australian Navy to protect...
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There will be short delays to the Daintree Ferry service between 2pm and 7pm tomorrow (ππ©π«π’π₯ ππ). It's while a mini sand removal is completed off the southern ramp in...
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Douglas Shire Council and Douglas Shire Fishing for the Future Working Group would like to thank everyone that supported the Free Kids Fishing for the Future Day Event on 13...
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ANZAC Day will be commemorated across the Shire on Thursday 25 April 2024. Three locations throughout the Douglas Shire will host a Dawn service or Commemorative March to honour and...
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Douglas Shire Council and the Douglas Shire Fishing for the Future Working Group were successful in receiving funding from the Queensland Governmentβs Community Fishing Grants Program 2022 to continue its...
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New Council Notes Election Results A quadrennial Local Government Election was held on 16 March 2024. The Electoral Commission of Queensland has declared the results of the polls and the...
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Councillor Roy Zammataro has been elected as Douglas Shire Councilβs New Deputy Mayor during the Post Election Meeting held in Mossman today. This marks Cr Zammataroβs third term serving the...
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The new Mayor and Councillors will take the declaration of office on Monday 8 April 2024 and residents are invited to witness the process. The ceremony symbolises the official entry...
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Notice of Post-Election Meeting of Council, Tuesday 9 April 2024 Notice is hereby given, in accordance with Section 175 of the Local Government Act 2009, the Post-Election Meeting will be...
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πππππ« ππ©ππππ: ππππ§ππ¬πππ² ππ πππ«ππ‘ ππππ Whyanbeel Water Treatment Plant received a CIP clean yesterday which has resulted in a successful rise of production. Mossman Water Treatment Plant continues to...
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