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Tourism legend farewelled
TOURISM legend Robbie Bastion has been remembered as a trailblazing promoter of the Far North, Port Douglas and the Daintree.
21 June, 2025
General News
Newspapers supported
IN a landmark move to support local media, the Queensland Government has committed a minimum of 75 per cent of all...
19 June, 2025
Infamous road is open
THE infamous CREB Track has reopened.
Ergon roles up for grabs
ERGON Energy Network and Energex have launched a state-wide recruitment...
Cape Trib road proposal
MORE than $9 million is being sought by Douglas Shire Council to...
Entertainment
It’s just like visiting Greece
PREPARE to be transported to Greece for a day when the annual Cairns Greek Festival takes you on another journey of...
9 June, 2025
Bring your dreams alive
CAIRNS is about to turn up the volume as QMusic’s Industry Connect...
He’s ‘just wondering why?
Still wondering what to do in July? Carl Barron is bringing laughs and...
Calling all filmmakers
GOT a story to tell on screen? The Understory Film Festival is back and...
Business
BMW unleashes 390kW M2
BMW Australia will introduce the all-new BMW M2 CS to the local market this year, bringing a new level of performance...
17 June, 2025
Digital health rolled out
MOSSMAN Hospital has entered the digital age.
Buses easier on nature
TWO H Drive EV80 buses have been commissioned at Mossman Gorge Cultural...
Local News
BMW’s cracking start to ‘25
BMW has outpaced the premium segment and continues to strengthen its...
Community
The fun hasn’t stopped yet
IT maybe natural to assume that things would be a little quieter in the Douglas Shire after the massive weekend of...
19 June, 2025
Open day highlights neighbourhood centre’s services
A PORT Douglas Neighbourhood Centre open day has put the spotlight on...
Spotlight on rural ambassadors
THE main purpose of the returning Mossman Show Ball on June 21, 2025 is...
Healthy fun run and walk
AFTER the success of last November’s day of fun runs in Mossman, the...
Real Estate
Acreage going to auction
IF you’ve been looking for a property with a bit more space and serenity, that is not a chore to maintain, located...
3 June, 2025
Last resort sites on sale
IMAGINE owning land within an exclusive, world-class resort that offers...
Luxury family retreat
SETTLED in the heart of the breathtaking Shannonvale Valley, this...
entertainer’s dream
THIS house has amazing views – possibly the best views a Port Douglas...
Sport
Sharks and Reef Raiders looking to return to premiership success
IT was a busy fortnight around the Douglas Shire with the Mossman Sharks, Port Douglas Reef Raiders both playing...
18 June, 2025
Local News
Crocs dominate once again
THE Port Douglas Crocs, who are commonly known for their dominance and...
Local News
Ride raises $2m for cancer
TOUR de Cure, Australia’s biggest cycling charity for cancer research,...
Local News
Clean sweep for US athletes
MATTHEW Marquardt and Jackie Hering have made it an American sweep of...