Bendigo Bank will reopen face-to-face banking services in Mossman on 11 November after Cyclone Jasper caused the closure of the previous branch.

The Barron River election is heating up! Candidates are debating everything from protecting the Great Barrier Reef to building critical infrastructure like the Palm Cove Gateway. Who will guide the ...

Douglas Shire local and author JB Thomas has set the literary world abuzz with his second novel, 1999. Known for his bold personality and dynamic writing style, Thomas’ books are as edgy and ...

Big changes could be coming to Palm Cove! Will the long-awaited jetty upgrade finally happen, or is it just another promise? Find out what’s next for this iconic spot and how it could impact our ...

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“Dance exams are great for so many reasons; the exam process not only teaches dancers etiquette, goal setting and independence but students tend to push themselves that little bit more when they know ...

The Port Douglas Crocs celebrated the 2024 AFL season with a history making medal count over the weekend. Players, coaches, committee members and volunteers gathered at the Port Douglas Yacht Club on ...

As the 2024 Port Shorts Film Festival, set for the 18th and 19th of October, approaches, Raquel reflected on her experienceof having her work featured ...

Two vital post-Tropical Cyclone Jasper recovery projects are underway this month, after Douglas Shire Council awarded major contracts to FNQ companies.

First to some explanations and history. Negative gearing is when the rent or dividend income from property or shares is less ...