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Douglas Shire Council

Locality: Mossman, Queensland

Phone: +61 7 4099 9444

Address: 64-66 Front St 4873 Mossman, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.douglas.qld.gov.au

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25.01.2022 WHEELIE BIN REMINDER || Recycling and waste collection services will operate as usual through the Christmas period For more information about changes to Council services over Christmas, please visit https://bit.ly/2WDoJhf

24.01.2022 Filming notice: Mossman Cemetery Dive Club crews will be filming at the Mossman Cemetery tomorrow & Tuesday 1 December. Filming will take place at the back of the cemetery to limit road impacts, however there may minor disruption to traffic along the Captain Cook Highway, next to the cemetery.... Dive Club crews would like apologise for any inconvenience caused and thanks everyone for their understanding.

24.01.2022 What a way to start the day! Behind the scenes with Eat Shoots and Leaves for the next chapter of Buy Douglas: Build Douglas Douglas Shire Council || Dougla...s Chamber of Commerce || Whatsoninport || Jabalbina Yalanji Aboriginal Corporation || Tourism Port Douglas Daintree - Industry #DoItInDouglas

24.01.2022 A new roadmap to easing restrictions has been released this morning & there is good news on the horizon!

24.01.2022 GET READY PODCAST Make sure you listen to this very informative Fab FM Radio 90.9 & 107.1 interview with Michael Kerr - Mayor of Douglas Shire and Douglas Shire Council’s Disaster Management Officer Jamie Kleinhans. Be prepared. Stay connected

23.01.2022 Due to the power outage in Mossman this afternoon, the Mossman Swimming Pool will be closed for the rest of the day and will reopen again in the morning

22.01.2022 You may remember Big Girl who was surrendered to Council in October. Big Girl promptly found a new family and new name thanks to Cairns Animal Rescue Inc. The... newly re-named Georgie found a home with Phenie who said the whole family fell in love with her in under 24 hours. She loves her new bed, her food and is even getting used to the cat! Happy new life Georgie!

22.01.2022 Christmas magic at St. Crispins Cafe & Events tonight at the Twilight Christmas Market! Whatsoninport | Douglas Chamber of Commerce | Tourism Port Douglas Daintree - Industry | Busy Bees Babysitting... #doitindouglas

22.01.2022 JOB OPPORTUNITY || The Local Laws Officer (Identified) is a newly created position working with local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities Application closing date is now Friday 15 January 2021. This is an identified position - What does this mean... Answer It is essential that applicants are of Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, identifies as such and is accepted by the community in which he/she lives or has lived. APPLY HERE https://bit.ly/35kK7fU

22.01.2022 Christmas spirit at Killaloe Transfer Station If you visit one of our Transfer Stations over the festive season, please be kind to our team who will be working hard during the Council closure. All transfer stations are open on 26 December (Boxing Day).... Visit here for operating hours https://bit.ly/38ihUav

22.01.2022 Council staff recently spotted this crocodile enjoying the water downstream of the Diggers Pedestrian Bridge, near the picnic area in Mowbray Valley. It was immediately reported to Queensland Environment Department (DES) who have installed temporary signage. Permanent warning signage is currently being arranged by DES for installation.... A timely reminder for people to be croc-wise in croc country and report all sightings directly to DES online here: https://bit.ly/2J5R3FV or by calling 1300 130 372

21.01.2022 Have you got it covered? Council is working with Water By Design to improve erosion and sediment control practices in the community. A free online builders' toolkit is an easy way for the construction industry to control their work site and save money.... Saves time & money by not having to clean up Reduces likelihood of a fine for polluting the environment. Reduces complaints related to dust & stormwater pollution. Improves relationships with the community. Promotes your business with protecting the environment. Find out more here https://bit.ly/30mxm1V

21.01.2022 Have you ever been asked: What does Christmas in the tropics look like? Next time your friends or family ask that question, send them a link to the Douglas Shire 2020 Virtual Christmas Carols! The amazing video features our talented local performers & showcases plenty of beautiful locations across Douglas Shire. ... WATCH IT HERE https://bit.ly/3nFxGCL Clink Theatre || Michael Kerr - Mayor of Douglas Shire

21.01.2022 Thrilled that Douglas Shire will be welcoming visitors from NSW and Victoria from December 1 . A wonderful way to celebrate December in Douglas and encourage our interstate visitors to Buy Douglas Build Douglas this Christmas! Douglas Chamber of Commerce Tourism Port Douglas Daintree - Industry Whatsoninport ... #DoItInDouglas #BuyDouglasBuildDouglas

21.01.2022 Collection points for the 2020 Mayor’s Christmas Appeal Items can now be donated to the collection points at Target Port Village, Cornetts SUPA IGA Port Douglas, Mossman Hardware, and Council’s Administration Building in Mossman. Donations can include non-perishable food, toys, gifts, toiletries, and pet food. ... Items donated will go towards Christmas hampers for those doing it tough in our community this Christmas. Cash donations can also be made at bit.ly/MayorsXmasAppeal A little, or a lot, every little bit helps.

21.01.2022 Post card surveys for the Daintree River crossing consultation are on their way to letterboxes. Locals can expect one shortly with 7,500 post cards dropped off to Mossman Post Office to be delivered throughout the shire. About 3,300 absentee ratepayers can also expect to receive post cards at their listed mailing address. ... Council has commissioned an external research agency to gather survey data and verify details against the electoral roll to avoid duplicates. Can't wait? Fill out the survey online here https://douglassurvey.com/

20.01.2022 DOUGLAS SHIRE COVID-19 TESTING CLINIC The Cairns and Hinterland Health Service have provided the following update in relation to the Queensland Health Covid-19 Testing site in the Douglas Shire: Address: Mossman School Dental Van... How to find us: Access via Hospital Street, Mossman, 4873. Please remain in your car until requested to come forward for testing. Phone: 0459803382 Please leave one message only with your name and number. We will return your call. If you are unable to leave a message, this is due to the mailbox being full. Please be patient and try recalling after 30 minutes. If you are still unable to get through, please consider contacting other Fever clinics sites (Mareeba, Atherton, Cairns Hospital (Aumuller Street). Opening hours: 0830-1600 Booking needed: Yes, essential Children tested: Yes For further information visit http://bit.ly/2X8755O

20.01.2022 Netflix comes to Port Douglas! A 12-episode series called 'Dive Club' will start filming soon in Port Douglas, creating 110 jobs & injecting $8 million into the Queensland economy. Read more here https://bit.ly/30bGTJ6 The series will be broadcast across Australia and 190 countries. ... Which Netflix series would you like to see come to Douglas Shire?

20.01.2022 Congratulations to Winners of the Douglas Christmas Window Competition!

20.01.2022 Merry Christmas from the Mossman Nursery Our hard-working nursery staff are taking a much-needed break and will re-stock native tree supplies throughout January 2021. We already have large orders for trees destined for re-vegetation works in the new year ... The nursery will reopen on the 3 February 2021. For more information about changes to Council services over Christmas, please visit https://bit.ly/2WDoJhf

19.01.2022 CUSTOMER SERVICE OPPORTUNITY || Council has an exciting job opportunity for someone to provide cohesive, skilled and broadly-based administration support to the organisation. APPLY HERE https://bit.ly/39jo8ZD

19.01.2022 LIKE & FOLLOW || New Douglas Disaster Information page! The Douglas Local Disaster Management Group (LDMG) has rolled out several new initiatives to improve its communication to the community. Official Facebook Page... New & Improved Douglas Dashboard Opt-in disaster email alerts & much more! Follow the page & be prepared this wet season! Mossman Area SES Unit, Qld State Emergency Service || Mossman Fire & Rescue - QFES || Douglas Shire Council || ABC Emergency

18.01.2022 The agenda for the Ordinary Council Meeting to be held at 10am on Tuesday 29 September is now available View the agenda items here https://bit.ly/3kIVIe8 Due to Covid-19 restrictions, the meeting will be closed to the public, however proceedings will be live-streamed at Council's website.... Watch it here from 10am https://bit.ly/340Qgg3 A full audio recording and minutes will be uploaded after the meeting.

17.01.2022 Captain Cook Highway Road Works Department of Transport and Main Roads (Queensland) is progressing works on the $2.4 million package of safety treatments along Captain Cook Highway between Port Douglas and Mossman. The major works will commence from early 2021, with some minor works to be carried out in late 2020, weather permitting.... The project, part of the Queensland Government's Targeted Road Safety Program, targets funding to help reduce trauma on roads identified as high risk. Read more https://bit.ly/3mgs4OB

17.01.2022 A HAPPY group of locals is loving Active8 Free Fitness Tai Chi classes at Rex Smeal Park Up to 50 participants have jumped out of bed each week to attend the Tuesday morning class at 9am since it was launched in October last year. The group celebrated their strong attendance and health outcomes with morning tea at the picturesque park in Port Douglas this week.... Read more here https://bit.ly/3muEfaI

16.01.2022 CAPTAIN COOK HIGHWAY WORKS UPDATE || The Department of Transport and Main Roads (Queensland) will start slope rehabilitation and geotechnical works at the following locations from mid-January: A section near Rex Lookout A section 3km north of Rex Lookout, near Turtle Ck culvert... The works will involve the removal of large rocks and stabilisation of the roadside area using soil nails and rock nets Crews will be onsite between 6 am and 7 pm, and the works are expected to be completed by late-March 2021, weather permitting. The Rex Lookout will remain open, however some car parks will be unavailable during the works. Works at Yule Point are expected to be completed in February 2021, weather permitting. Several intermittent full road closures will be required each day throughout the works to carry out scaling, cleaning and the removal of large rocks. Road users should expect delays of up to 20 minutes during these full closures. More details here https://bit.ly/3oz6R3t (: The beautiful view from Rex Lookout)

16.01.2022 TOURISM GRANT || Queensland’s tourism businesses will be supported to pivot to a domestic market or hibernate until international markets reopen. Grants from a minimum of $2,000 - $10,000 are available now to micro, small to medium tourism businesses who can demonstrate they have suffered losses of income because of the international travel restrictions. Instructions on how to apply, below

15.01.2022 As directed by the Queensland Government, all venues are now required to have QR codes or electronic devices to record patrons’ attendance Manual or paper registers will no longer be allowed

14.01.2022 NEWS BITES || Sink your teeth into the Douglas News Bites from today's Ordinary Council Meeting here https://bit.ly/3jdCMnz Hot And Steamy To Target Domestic Market Mayor & Deputy To Vote At LGAQ Conference Consultation Planned For ‘Diggers Park’... Seafood Van Catches Council Support For 3 Months See more

14.01.2022 The Mossman Pool & Caravan Park Reception will be closed from 12PM on Thursday 24 December 2020 & re-open on the 4 January 2021, normal trading hours For more information about changes to Council services over Christmas, please visit https://bit.ly/2WDoJhf

13.01.2022 DAINTREE REBATE Tour buses using the Daintree River Ferry crossing will be eligible for a 50% rebate on their tickets for the rest of the calendar year. Business owners operating north of the Daintree River will be able to access a refund for a portion of their special refuse charge... Read more here https://bit.ly/3jcEaGR

13.01.2022 MOSSY MO BRO'S Michael Kerr - Mayor of Douglas Shire joined local police officers Nathan & Paul to draw 24 prizes from their Movember raffle. The Queensland Police Service's Mossy Mo Bro's smashed their goal, raising more then $6000 to support men's health!... Read more here http://mvmbr.co/2HZZ8M0

13.01.2022 Water restrictions lifted With a promising outlook for consistent rain over the next three months, Level 1 water restrictions have now been lifted. We thank you for your cooperation and assistance with water conservation measures whilst water restrictions were in place.

13.01.2022 Are you an IT whiz? Council has an exciting job opportunity for a Senior ICT Support Officer to provide support to end users across multiple sites. You will provide: ... Systems administration/maintenance Manage/contributing to IT focused projects. The successful application will join a small, experienced team with a focus on good customer service and relations. APPLY HERE https://bit.ly/37tWqrM

12.01.2022 Great coverage about the Teamsters Park upgrades on 7NEWS Cairns last night! Thanks to Douglas Shire Historical Society & Council staff for their hard work to preserve an old timber bridge pile from the original Anzac Bridge, which was built by returning WWI soldiers in 1919. #doitindouglas

12.01.2022 Heavy rainfall and damaging winds forecast The Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting HEAVY RAINFALL which may lead to FLASH FLOODING in Douglas Shire this ...afternoon. DAMAGING to LOCALLY DESTRUCTIVE WINDS are also possible with thunderstorms. This threat is expected to become less likely from tonight. Full warning here http://bit.ly/3nb54jI Queensland Fire and Emergency Services advises that people should: Move your car under cover or away from trees. Secure loose outdoor items, including trampolines. Parents & guardians should ensure children are always supervised & never allow them to play in flood water, and/or flooded creeks, causeways & drains. Seek shelter, preferably indoors and never under trees. Beware of fallen trees and powerlines. Never drive, walk or ride through flood waters. If it's flooded, forget it. Keep clear of creeks and storm drains. For emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500. Flood camera streams & local road condition updates are available at Douglas Dashboard http://dashboard.douglas.qld.gov.au/

12.01.2022 The Daintree River crossing survey results are in 66% prefer two-ferry service. 33% prefer a bridge crossing. 1% no response, but indicated a single ferry preference.... Read more here https://bitly.com/

12.01.2022 Take a look at the beautiful Bloomfield River

11.01.2022 WHERE CAN I GET TESTED? || Anyone with symptoms of coronavirus in Douglas Shire should get tested and isolate immediately. PORT DOUGLAS: Port Douglas Communi...ty Hall 13-29 Mowbray Street Port Douglas Walk up service no bookings required. Opening times: Sat 9 Jan 8.30am to 12noon Sun 10 Jan CLOSED Mon 11 Jan CLOSED Tues 12 Jan to Fri 15 Jan 8.30am to 12noon Instructions: - Walk up to front door and follow instructions on signs. - As there are no bookings, delays may be expected and we request your patience during this time. MOSSMAN Mossman Hospital Drive Thru Clinic 9 Hospital Street, Mossman Bookings required, phone 0459 803 382. Leave a message and you will be called back. Opening times 8am 4pm, Mon to Fri Also open Sat 9 Jan & Sun 10 Jan, 8am 4pm COVID-19 testing is free at all clinics Other COVID-19 testing locations can be found on the Queensland Health website. Should you have any further queries in relation to this matter please contact 13HEALTH (13 43 25 84) or visit: www.health.qld.gov.au Douglas Shire Council | Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service

10.01.2022 Welcome to December In Douglas! Join us for Christmas events around the shire: December 9 - Mossman Night Markets under the raintrees, with Christmas Carols from 5pm ... December 11 - Christmas on Macrossan Street from 5pm (Santa arrives at 6pm) December 13 - Port Douglas Sunday Markets Christmas Spectacular December 18 - Douglas Street Party December 19 - Clink Theatre’s Virtual Christmas Carols For more information visit https://douglas.qld.gov.au Douglas Chamber of Commerce | Tourism Port Douglas Daintree - Industry | Newsport Daily | Fab FM Radio 90.9 & 107.1 | Whatsoninport | Buy Douglas Build Douglas #DoItInDouglas

10.01.2022 Vivienne a true giver G’day Port Douglas & Daintree features local volunteer, Vivienne. "There are a lot of people well into their 80s in this community who are full on volunteers - they are inspirations." ... See why Vivienne & other locals love living in the Douglas Shire. WATCH HERE https://bit.ly/2LZtRuf

10.01.2022 DOUGLAS ACCESS & INCLUSION GROUP We are inviting expressions of interest to be part of the Douglas Access and Inclusion Group (DAIG). The group will provide input to Council on access, participation & inclusion.... Get involved here https://bit.ly/30tqhNf

09.01.2022 A friendly reminder that the Daintree Ferry will be operating from 8AM to 4.30PM on Christmas Day The priority lane will be open from 26 December 2020 until 3 January 2021. For more information about changes to Council services during Christmas, please click on the following link https://bit.ly/34BH8iS

09.01.2022 SCRAP SHACK BACK OPEN TODAY! Council's 'give-back' shop is open from 10am to 4pm today & tomorrow. More details here https://bit.ly/38QYb3J

09.01.2022 Jake is known to reel in a few queenfish and bream at the Sugar Wharf jetty in Port Douglas. The Adelaide chef also takes people out on the water through his business Exceed Sportfishing Port Douglas "Fishing up here is different - it is a lot more exciting." ... G’day Port Douglas & Daintree features Jake whose living the dream. See why Jake and other locals love living in the Douglas Shire. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i8ueR1FjX2c

09.01.2022 Can't make it to any of the Daintree River crossing sessions? Fab FM Radio 90.9 & 107.1 has posted a summary of session #1 here https://bit.ly/3kTp0Xy More than 1200 people have responded to the survey so far! ... Two more sessions will be held at Mossman Shire Hall this Friday. More details here https://bit.ly/3j893wd.

09.01.2022 Are you a keen worker who loves the outdoors? Council has a labouring job available for someone to effectively & efficiently undertake a wide variety of landscape, horticultural and land management activities. APPLY HERE https://bit.ly/33m6Ebp

08.01.2022 An exciting opportunity has popped up at the Mossman Nursery! Our nursery team is looking for an assistant nursery technician to ensure our customers get a quality product. Some responsibilities include: ... Collect seeds and maintain seed bank collection point register Propagate and grow specimens to plant out stage Assist with tree planting activities. Undertake re-vegetation activities Apply here: https://bit.ly/3n642qn

08.01.2022 Recently we welcomed Lorinda May Merrypor to Mossman as part of her Let's Connect Tour. A project supported by Arts Queensland, Let's Connect is about inspiring and motivating young Indigenous people to pursue their dreams of a career in the arts. Check out more here, including Lorinda's special performance! ... http://bit.ly/3pboeqW

08.01.2022 'Bretto' the Windmaster "I just enjoy getting people on the water." G’day Port Douglas & Daintree features Bretto the 'Windmaster.... See why Bretto and other locals love living in the Douglas Shire. Watch here https://bit.ly/3jeiY3i

07.01.2022 Think twice about illegal camping ... It’s a beautiful weekend to go camping, but if you are planning on staying in Douglas Shire, make sure you stay in one of our lovely caravan parks. There is no free camping in the Douglas Shire and penalties apply.... Council issued thirteen (13) $266 fines today for illegal camping in our beautiful Daintree Rainforest. If a fine isn’t enough to deter you this goanna might!

07.01.2022 Pop down to the Port Douglas Market for a great way to spend a Sunday...all year round! #DoItInDouglas

07.01.2022 UPDATE || The Ordinary Council Meeting has resumed after an unexpected power outage, however the livestream could not be restored. A full audio recording will be available when the meeting minutes are uploaded. Council apologises for the inconvenience... - EARLIER || A power outage has caused the Council Meeting live stream to drop out. Council has adjourned the meeting to fix the issue. Council apologises for the inconvenience and would like to thank everyone for their patience.

05.01.2022 Remember the torrential rainfall that caused the Murphy St landslip in March 2018? Take a look at the great work completed to repair and strengthen the site. The landslips are expected to green up in coming weeks after seeds and growth mixture were sprayed onto the slopes. ... Read more here https://bit.ly/330hc03

05.01.2022 A dedicated team of Douglas Shire Council staff have been recognised for a combined 205 years of service to the community Michael Kerr - Mayor of Douglas Shire congratulated Council Officers who received recognition awards at the Ordinary Council Meeting yesterday, acknowledging their hard work in the past 10 to 25 years. Click here to read more https://bit.ly/2V1Zg0a

05.01.2022 Learn-to-swim discount for Douglas schools Local school students will get discounted entry into a school-based learn-toswim program at the Mossman Pool this summer. The popular Aqua Fit program is also returning next week.... MORE DETAILS https://bit.ly/2G85S9x

04.01.2022 You may have wondered what happens when Douglas Shire Council impounds puppies? Firstly, we check them over and take them to a vet if necessary Second...ly, we treat them for fleas, ticks and worms Thirdly, we give them a feed of soaked puppy biscuits and soft puppy food. This occurs 3 times a day We then post the puppies here and if they are not claimed in 3 days they are rehomed through one of the wonderful local rescue groups

04.01.2022 CHAT WITH THE MAYOR || Michael Kerr - Mayor of Douglas Shire sits down with Fab FM Radio 90.9 & 107.1 to discuss key items passed at Tuesday's Ordinary Council Meeting. If you watch to the end, you will see the interview was interrupted by another power outage! Visit Your Douglas for key news items coming out this week https://bit.ly/3ibNx8F

04.01.2022 Yet another puppy found in Daintree! If this is your pup, please call Council on 4099 9444

04.01.2022 LAST CHANCE! Tickets are selling fast for the 2020 MAYOR'S CHRISTMAS LUNCH at Salsa Bar & Grill. Tickets on sale until Monday, or until sold out. ... WHEN: 12PM, Thursday 19 November WHERE: Salsa Bar & Grill COST: $80 p/head (plus booking fee) gets you a spectacular 4 course luncheon, live entertainment and a charity raffle Book now to reserve your place and help support those doing it tough in our community. https://bit.ly/3pv9Pqw

03.01.2022 Huge news for Douglas Shire!

02.01.2022 Bill gets help from May and Vanilla to read this week's First 5 Forever storytime. Barney by Catherine Jinks and Stephen Michael King is published by Scholastic and tells the story of a very hungry dog!

02.01.2022 Junction Creek Cycle Bridge Construction of a cyclist & pedestrian-friendly bridge outside Mossman will get underway before Christmas, pedalling forward plans to connect the sugar cane town & Cooya Beach via a dedicated cycleway. Read more here https://bit.ly/366H3oR

02.01.2022 A wooden slice of history will greet travellers at a spruced up green rest stop near Port Douglas. An old timber bridge pile from the original Anzac Bridge, which was built by returning World War One soldiers in 1919, has been preserved thanks to the Douglas Shire Historical Society & Council staff. Council has completed a $250,000 upgrade to Teamsters Park, located on the Captain Cook Highway past the Mowbray River Bridge.... Read more & see the photos here https://bit.ly/2GpbxIg

Douglas Shire Council in Mossman, Queensland | Government organisation