YOUR DOUGLAS NEWS

Level 1 Water Restrictions Start Monday

Douglas Shire will be on Level 1 Water Restrictions from Monday 21 November 2022 after dry conditions caused a drop in water levels at intakes across the shire.

Douglas Shire Council is encouraging the community to be water wise in the home and backyard to help steady creek levels until rainfall arrives. This includes only using sprinklers and irrigation systems to water the garden overnight on no more than three days per week.

The Rex Creek Intake, which supplies water to Mossman and Port Douglas, has dipped below 320mm.

Heatwave returns to Douglas

The Bureau of Meteorology is expecting low-intensity heatwave conditions to return tomorrow. The hotter conditions will remain until at least Wednesday next week.

Free Mulch Giveaway At Killaloe 

Douglas residents can get their hands on FREE mulch to freshen up their gardens next weekend. Douglas Shire Council is offering three full days of FREE mulch from Friday 25 November until Sunday 27 November 2022 for domestic customers at Killaloe Transfer Station.

Daintree Ferry Northern Ramp Replacement

A reminder the Daintree River Ferry will not operate from 10pm Friday 18 November 2022 until 5am Tuesday 22 November 2022. 

The vessel’s northern loading ramp will be replaced and there will be no vehicle ferry service during this period.

There will also be changes to Council’s garbage collection services. 

Tree Works Notification- Leopard Tree On Macrossan Street

One Leopard Tree located on the footpath at the corner of Macrossan and Grant Streets will be removed on Monday 21 November.

Water Notices Due 6 December

Water Notices were issued on Tuesday 1 November 2022. Ratepayers have until the close of business 6 December 2022 to pay their accounts.

Rex Smeal Park Playground Removal

The playground has now been closed and fenced off to restrict access.  Signs are in place advising it is dangerous to use the equipment.

One of the main load bearing posts for the top deck of the ship has disintegrated due to wood rot and cannot take any weight.

Due to the age of the equipment, it is not feasible to repair and it will be removed during the week of 21 November 2022.

Grant Opportunities

Commercial and Charter Fishing Grants
Closing Date: 08 Dec 2022

Community Fishing Program - Large Grants
Closing Date: 08 Dec 2022

Community Fishing Program - Small Educational Projects
Closing Date: 07 Dec 2022

Learn More on Fishing Grants HERE

Queensland Rural and Industry Development Authority (QRIDA)
QRIDA delivers a broad range of financial assistance programs on behalf of state territory and commonwealth governments.

Learn More on QRIDA HERE

VIDEO || Minute with the Mayor 17 November 2022

Mayor Kerr wraps up key topics for the week in under a minute.

Project Update - Parker's Creek Crossing

The Department of Transport and Main Roads has advised the first stage of the culvert replacement will be completed by mid-December 2022, weather and construction conditions permitting.

The second stage of the culvert replacement will include installation of the footpath on the western side of the crossing.

A start date for the second stage of works will be advised closer to start of construction after April 2023.

DONATE NOW || Mayor's Christmas Appeal

Mossman Rotary Club donated a generous $500 towards the Mayor's Christmas Appeal.
All funds raised goes directly towards food hampers for our residents doing it tough this Christmas

Latest 'Your Douglas News'

You can pick up your copy as the centre pull out of Cairns Local News at a newsagency, service station or library near you, or view it online.

Daintree Ferry | Online ticketing System

You can now pre-purchase your Daintree Ferry ticket before travel for easy boarding.

Calling Douglas Businesses

The two-day program has been specifically designed for businesses and will be delivered in Port Douglas by Accredited Instructor, Mark Schmitt from Thrive In Work.
Businesses across the Douglas region are encouraged to register representatives to attend. Places are limited.

Weed of the Month - Salvinia

Salvinia is widespread and can be found in creek systems in Port Douglas & Wonga Beach. It is commonly detected in water features, garden ponds and aquariums.

Daintree Ferry Five Day Closure – March 2023

Ferry services will cease for five days, commencing at 12:01am Monday 6 March and will resume at 5am Saturday 11 March 2023.

Remembrance Day in Mossman

Mossman High School students joined locals outside the Council Administration Building to remember those who served and made the ultimate sacrifice for us. 

Lest We Forget 

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Upcoming Events

• 5.30pm – Food trucks and kids entertainment (Disco, UV glow, face painting)
• 8pm – Family friendly fireworks
• 12 midnight –fireworks