Last weekend saw a change of government, and while not unexpected, it did catch a few people off guard. Especially the ‘Old Guard’! For the Jungle, there will be a few positives.

LNP Member for Cook David Kempton says he has already set about the hard work of catching up for his electorate and Douglas Shire including mapping the future for Mossman Mill. Picture: Bryan Littlely ...

Last Tuesday, community members gathered at the Port Douglas Community Hall to explore a new pathway for recovery and resilience - after the Cyclone Jasper floods - through the power of the arts.

Regular punters and racing enthusiasts enjoy the TAB facilities and hospitality at Iron Bar for Derby Day on Saturday. Picture: Bryan Littlely Whether or not you count it as the race that stops the ...

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Port Douglas residents concerned about a spate of tree felling which has cleared significant trees across the township to make way for development or deemed to be unhealthy and unable to save now have ...

Margot Wainman is leading the charge for a third book club, and says the popularity of reading and book clubs in Port Douglas is clear. "It's a way for people to meet people.. I moved here in 2020 and ...

The Nature’s Wonders: Cairns' Flora and Fauna exhibition by french artist Ludwine Probst is set to open on November 1 at the Tanks Arts Centre in Cairns, showcasing the region's diverse and stunning ...

Want to pimp up your pool game this summer? One lucky Newsport reader will take home two fun new floaties from Acquaboss ...

Getting into the Christmas spirit are, from left, Councillor Damian Meadows , Councillor Abigail Noli, Lee Yeatman (Goobidi Bamaga), Councillor Roy Zammataro, Anita Everett (DSC), Emma Travers (Port ...

Our local Douglas Shire schools are celebrating big achievements, with students excelling at a Cairns science conference and securing spots at state competi ...