This year has seen a full season of cruise ships visiting Port Douglas and this week has been no exception.  We have just enjoyed  . . . . .

Tourism Queensland have launched a new global tourism brand entitled, "Queensland, where Australia shines". To view the . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

According to an article on Travel Today, the widespread use of the intimidating slogan ‘without a travel agent, you're on your own’ is   .    .  . . .      

Rail distributor International Rail will seek meetings with major retail groups as it aims to become a “force” in the industry .   . . . . . . . . . . . . . .       

A map of the Mossman Gorge area has been made public, as illustrated over, to show the areas around the Gorge that are closed at the moment  . . . . .

Tourism Queensland says while the far north's industry has turned a corner it will take another 12 to 18 months to fully recover.   . . . .  . . . . . .

Julia Gillard is the third Prime Minister to try to price carbon emissions.  She has re-enlisted Labor's original climate change guru   .    .  . . .      

Superstar country singer, Kasey Chambers and her husband Shane Nicholson were guests at the Daintree Eco Lodge last week,  . . . . . . . .       

A strong Australian dollar is undoubtedly an Aussie traveller's dream but it also hails as an exporter's nightmare. The rampaging Australian  . . . . .

To celebrate, next years Chinese new year street festival Cairns Regional Council has thrown full support behind next year’s Chinese   . . . .

After a three year break following the runaway success of Back to the 80’s, the students and staff at Mossman High are back with a  .    .  . . .      

South Australia including the Clare Valley, has dominated the release of a new form guide to the most collectable wines in the country      . . . .       

On Saturday 24th September at Rex Smeal park over 60 locals signed up to run, walk or jog a 5km or 10 kms course and all in the name of charity  . . . . .

The annual AFL Grand Final Brekkie was hosted at Rydges Sabaya on Saturday from 8am with bacon and eggs and champagne flowing mixed . . . .

Ali George, well known professional photographer in Port Douglas is holding a FunForLife charity fundraiser at the Central Hotel on Friday  .    .  .      

ARIA winning singer / songwriter Clare Bowditch sizzled at Tanks earlier this year, with her performance at Women in Song. This month she   . . .       

A feasibility study into the proposed swimming lagoon for Port Douglas is among the first projects to be rolled out in the implementation of . . . . .

The Northern Territory's most famous psychic croc has spoken - and he's going for the Pies in tomorrow's AFL Grand Final .       . . . . . .

Tonight (Friday Sept 24th), Diane Cilento opens her world tour of 'Woman Before a glass" at the Karnak Playhouse. The play, by award-winning  . . .       

Hollywood star Daryl Hannah took time out yesterday to jump aboard (eco certified) Poseidon for a day on the reef with friends and family. 

Virgin and Etihad get interim approval

Qantas must surely have know what a formidable opponent Richard Branson was going to be before they starting their objections to his co-operation with Etihad.

Well they do now, 'cos Virgin Blue airline and Etihad have today been granted interim approval to cooperate on pricing and scheduling across their networks. Any bets for when it gets full approval? 
     

Australians, generally speaking, are terrible when it comes to talking about death, especially the death of a baby or child. Death, as   a part. . .

Community groups are urged to apply for a share of $800,000 of state government grants to help them celebrate their cultural diversity   .    .  .      

Minimum rent for leases, licences and permits to occupy state-owned land are set to reduce from $370 to $200 this year. Member for . . .       

The most powerful woman in the known universe is coming to Australia, so what does this mean for our quiet little colony?

Virgin Blue has proposed an alliance with Etihad to launch services from Australia to Abu Dhabi, and has let the competition regulators . . . .

Pool safety inspectors will be enforcing tough new pool laws this summer, and $100,000 has been allocated to help train the local goverment   .    .  . .     

The iconic double act of Giembra Busmer and Stretch Noonan after a year redefining the expression "The Aussie Battlers" have struck . . . .

From Split Enz to Crowded House & The Finn brothers, plus a highly lauded solo career – Tim Finn has been a singer/ songwriter of seminal influence . . . .

According to a media release received today from Cook MP Jason O’Brien's office, he was thrilled to announce that a number of arts centres in his   .    .  .     

A Parkinson’s disease support group has been newly established in the Port Douglas/Mossman area for people with Parkinson’s disease  .  . . .       

On the drive down to Cazaly's last Saturday the Port Douglas Crocs fans were excited and expectant that the mighty Crocs were going to pull . . . .

Over 30 of the Port Douglas tourism community gathered at the Hi Tide Cafe and Bar at the Penninsula Hotel for an   informal evening of networking .    .  . .     

Before the week started, all the students from Mossman State School,  who had been lucky enough to be allocated work experience, must have . . . . 

While Port Douglas is known for its fine restaurants and great quality food, when it comes to a quick snack on the go the options are scarce.  .  . . .       

Mayor Val Schier will join Advance Cairns on a Chinese trade mission next week to maintain business connections and strengthen trade . . . .

A Port Douglas Resort has been named one of Australia's best adult getaway locations. Can you guess which one?   Here's a hint: Think Pink.

A close northern neighbour is under siege from rising sea levels. The people of the Cartaret Islands in Papua New Guinea, are facing a bleak. . .       

Is it just me or is the weather getting hotter?  This is the phrase we’ve been hearing all around Port Douglas for the past few weeks. But is  .    .  .      

Following the overwhelming success of the inaugural show last year at The Clink Theatre, there will be two showings of Quintessential .  . . .       

Local eatery, Harrison's Restaurant & Bar, has been named Queensland's Best New Restaurant at the Savour Australia Restaurant and      . . . .

Martin Ferguson has retained his position as Minister for Tourism under the new Gillard Government, and the industry is expected to get a . . . .

The battle to allow Virgin Blue's to pursue its expansion plans continues with chief exective, John Borghetti, saying they were still confident  .    .  .      

Preparations for the 10th Australasian Permaculture Convergence are in full swing, with the Candlenut Steiner School community rallying.  . . .       

Linc Walker of the Kubirri performed a traditional smoking ceremony at Bubu Kinkari (George Davis Park) yesterday, to prepare . . . .

Expect to see our skies even more crowded with passenger aircraft numbers set to double in the next 20 years. Randy Tinseth, vice president   .    .  .      

Billy's by the Sea Restaurant will be featured on 'City Life', a lifestyle program airing on Austar's channel 183 tonight. Billy Diacos, owner and  . . . .       

6 October marks the first ever Port Douglas Magazine Awards where over 140 businesses have been nominated for 21 awards. Tickets are $65 per person. Buy tickets here or find out more 

Virgin Blue's planned expansion has hit turbulence as US and Australian regulators blocked a profit sharing deal with Delta Airways on trans.  . . .

The Great Northern Cleanup is a far northern version of Clean Up Australia, and dedicated volunteers of Tangaroa Blue were out in force on. . . . .

Tourism Australia continues to push its latest global marketing campaign, "There's nothing like Australia", this time visiting Hong Kong. The  .    .  . .      

Work Experience. These two words can cause fear and confusion in the hearts of parents and employers alike, with children flooding the work.  . . .       

Tourism could be a big winner after country Independents Rob Oakeshott and Tony Windsor supported the reelection of the Labor Government. . . .       

Local beauticians, Carly Nielsenbeck owner of Possums Beauty, Port Douglas and Jo-El Collinson owner of Jo-El Hairdressers in Mossman were selected.  . . .

According to a media release received from Member for Cook, Jason O’Brien's office, the Daintree State School is to remain open. Mr O’Brien . . . . .

Target Country has finally opened, and whether you're for it or against it, it's a good sign that consumer and investor confidence in Port .    .  . .      

A U.N. study has showed that a network of small no-fishing zones are a more effective way of dealing with threats to the world's coral reefs  .  . . .       

Tourism figures surrounding international visitors for the 2009-10 financial year have been released, with Australia's overall figures showing signs.  . . .

Mossman’s famous Royal Hotel is to have a reprieve from the demolition hammers. The building has been identified by the National Trust of  cultural. . . . .

Water experts Black & Veatch have been given the task of preparing the protocol for a chlorine free water trial for the Mossman Township. .    .  . .      

Four generations of the Lone Family returned to Low Isles last Saturday, a place with which the family has man ties, to remember the past and .  . . .       

Port Fusion will be holding its next networking event on Thursday, 16 September from 5pm in Hi-Tide Beach Cafe & Bar at The Peninsula Hotel, Port . . .       

Community groups in Cook are set to receive more than $137 000 from the Queensland Government via the Gambling Community Benefit . . . . .

A group of passengers from the cruise ship, Dawn Princess, saw more of Port Douglas' famous beaches than they'd hoped for as their tender vessel .    .  . .      

Next week is National Stroke Week (13-19 September 2010) and it's a great opportunity to be reminded about the importance of recognising.  . . .

It's the best view in Port Douglas according to many, and it's the new home of The Newsport. We've moved from Grant Street to Shop 52 .    .  . .      

Arguably Australia’s toughest triathlon, the Hahn Super Dy Long Course Triathlon hits town this Saturday. The gruelling event which  has attracted.  . . .       

As always, The Newsport is first to deliver all of your netball results. And with finals underway, it's an exciting time for our kids to be playing. . .       

As a tourist town we rely heavily on Government funded tourism bodies. Here from TQ and tell us your experience in this interactive report. . . . .

Over 120 local businesses have now been nominated in the inaugural Port Douglas Magazine Awards, highlighting the quality of the retail . . . . .

Dannii Minogue has returned to Port Douglas, but this time it's not to take a relaxing break, but to work in her role of judge in the popular UK . . . . 

We've always know Port Douglas' restaurants are amongst the best going around, well now it's official with four of our favourites taken top honours. . . . 

This year the weather Gods shone down on the Port Douglas Kindergarten Fathers Day Picnic in the the Park. Last year's wash out was .    .  . . . .     

Anyone who follows football has heard of teams going undefeated all season, only to go to water in the biggest game of the year. Luckily for the .  . . . . .       

The Port Douglas Hockey Club held the last round of Champions Trophy games on Sunday at the State School field. The two games played . . . . .       

A Queensland University of Technology professor says that a levy could be imposed on whale watchers to compensate whaling nations for ending .  . . . . .     

An unlikely coalition representing millions of Australians has urged politicians from across the spectrum to put a price on pollution and take . . . . 

Continued bad weather may cause more flight delays and cancellations to and from Cairns International Airport according to airport Communications.  . . . . .       

Over 130 votes were received for the Courty's 'Best Photo' Competition for August, with all 11 photos receiving recognition for their brilliance . .       

Tourism Australia has launched its 'There's nothing like Australia' campaign in the US last Thursday to 100 trade partners. Visiting Port Douglas .  . . . . .     

Former Property Council of Australia executive officer, Steve Greenwood, has stepped into the top job as chief executive of the Canegrowers    . . . . . 

A new wave of extinctions is now threatening Australian mammals, this time in northern Australia, according to a group of leading.  . . . . .       

An alert has been issued from the Australian Communications and Media Authority, warning people of a new scam regarding the Do Not Call . . . .       

Andrew Burnes, head of the AOT Group, one of Australia's leading wholesale and inbound travel distribution businesses, has said Queens.  . . .      


It's been a tough couple of years in the Port Douglas real estate market, according to Tony McGrath, a veteran of the housing game for 35 years   . . . . . 

Garry McDonald, best known for his acting roles in iconic Aussie comedy 'Mother and Son' and as the irrepressible Norman Gunston, will be guest  . . . .       

The Cairns region’s residents will have the chance watch pro tennis, live and up close, in a week long series of free admission matches coinciding . . .   

Veteran hockey teams from across the State will meet in Cairns next June to battle for the right to represent Queensland nationally. 


Cairns Regional  .  . . . .     

According to a media release sent through from Jason O'Brien's office the State Government has today introduced the final stage of Australia's.  . . . . .     

The Restaurant and Catering Association of Australia's Awards for Excellence will be held at the Shangri-La Hotel in Cairns next Monday night . . . . . 

Get your thinking caps on and your flux capacitor fluxing because the first ever Tropical Innovation Awards are now accepting entries. The . . . .       

The influx of additional flights to Cairns continues as Air Niugini, Papua New Guinea's airline, will add an additional flight from Port Moresby as part. . . .   

The 10/Under competition will continue to play their normal format games as there are no finals for this age group. Their last game will be on .  . . . .     

The amazing 10 part mini-series called The Pacific of which a lot was filmed in our area, here in far north Queensland has won the prestigious .  . . . . .     

Marion Grasby, one of the top 24 chefs in the recent Masterchef Challenge was seen enjoying a Great Barrier Reef day trip on Quicksilver. She  is   is . . . . . 

The Australian economy was nearly a billion dollars better off thanks to a big year in the cruise ship industry. In the 2009/10 financial year, the  . . . . . 

Over 200 visitors learned the art of looking after yourself at the Health and Well-being Expo, held at the Port Douglas Community Hall yesterday. . . . .       

With Port Douglas' tourist season attracting big numbers this year, maybe it's time to pack the tent, get the kids in the car (or leave them at home). . . .   

The ladies came out in force to support the Port Douglas Crocs' final home game last Saturday, with over 70 beauties and beaus enjoying the .  . . . . . .