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07/06/2026

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A water main break in Whyanbeel could be causing low water pressure for properties in elevated areas in both Whyanbeel and Rocky Point.
Emergency works are currently taking place.

✨ Community Grants – Coming Soon! ✨Have a great idea to bring people together, boost community spirit, or improve local ...
06/06/2026

✨ Community Grants – Coming Soon! ✨

Have a great idea to bring people together, boost community spirit, or improve local facilities? Get ready—your chance is almost here!

Council’s Community Grants Program will offer up to $10,000 through:
✅ Community Activities & Events Grant
✅ Community Facilities Grant

💡 What you could achieve:
• Support vibrant, connected communities
• Improve local spaces and participation
• Deliver events, programs, and projects that make a real difference

🗓 Expressions of Interest open 1 July and close 24 July 2026
Start planning now and be ready to turn your idea into action! 💪

https://douglas.qld.gov.au/community/community-grants/

Would you like to earn money AND help Mossman State School students ? 🙋Transport and Main Roads Queensland is looking fo...
05/06/2026

Would you like to earn money AND help Mossman State School students ? 🙋

Transport and Main Roads Queensland is looking for school crossing supervisors to help get our kids safely to and from school!

✅ Generous casual pay-rate starting at $38.40 per hour
✅ Morning and afternoon shifts
✅ Long-service leave entitlements
✅ The Queensland Government superannuation scheme.

If this sounds like something you'd be interested in, call 0428 964 745 to speak with your local Road Safety Officer.

To be deemed suitable for the role, some criteria applies, which include requirements to:
👉 pass a health assessment
👉 hold a current blue card
👉 disclose any serious disciplinary action taken against you in public sector employment.

For more information or to apply, visit tmr.qld.gov.au/SafeSchoolTravel.

🚨 Hot off the press! 🚨Your weekly newsletter has officially landed.👉 Not subscribed yet? Jump on board and stay in the l...
05/06/2026

🚨 Hot off the press! 🚨
Your weekly newsletter has officially landed.

👉 Not subscribed yet? Jump on board and stay in the loop with everything happening across Douglas 💌
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𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐤’𝐬 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞:

🌉 𝐁𝐢𝐠 𝐦𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐞
A major resilience boost is on the way, with new barge access infrastructure and upgrades to resupply points under the Crucial Access Links Program.
This means better access, safer evacuations, and stronger connections when severe weather hits — including planning for a new Cape Tribulation barge access point. 🌧️🚤

🚧 𝐑𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐲 𝐏𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝐁𝐨𝐚𝐭 𝐑𝐚𝐦𝐩 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬
We’re clearing built-up sand to make launching and retrieving boats safer (especially at low tide).
🗓️ 15 June | ⏰ 10am–4pm
📍 Rocky Point Boat Ramp
⚠️ Temporary closure while works are underway — thanks for your patience while we get things shipshape!

☕ 𝐑𝐞𝐮𝐬𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐜𝐮𝐩 𝐰𝐢𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐃𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐥𝐚𝐬
More than 10,000 single-use cups saved from landfill 🙌
The Douglas Chooses to Reuse project is gaining momentum – grab a bright blue cup, sip, return, repeat ♻️💙

🌴 𝐂𝐑𝐄𝐁 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫
Still closed while crews tackle wet season damage, clear vegetation, and repair crossings (yep, including that tricky Daintree River section).
Works kick off 8 June and will take around two weeks (weather permitting).

…and plenty more where that came from 👇
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Happy World Environment Day! 🌏Today, we celebrate the incredible natural environment that makes Douglas Shire such a spe...
04/06/2026

Happy World Environment Day! 🌏

Today, we celebrate the incredible natural environment that makes Douglas Shire such a special place to live, work and visit.

Douglas Shire is home to some of the world's most iconic natural environments, including the Daintree Rainforest, Great Barrier Reef, pristine waterways, beaches, wetlands and coastal ecosystems. These natural assets support our community, our lifestyle, our economy and our future.

At Douglas Shire Council, environmental sustainability is embedded across many areas of our work. From reducing waste and improving recycling outcomes to protecting waterways and supporting biodiversity, we are committed to helping preserve the unique environment we all enjoy.

Some of the initiatives Council supports include:
♻️ Waste reduction, recycling and resource recovery programs
📱 Recycle Mate app, helping residents recycle correctly and reduce contamination
🗑️ Community waste education and behaviour change programs
🔋 Battery recycling and other problem waste collection services
☕ Douglas Chooses to Reuse, reducing single-use cup waste across the Shire
🌱 Composting and food waste reduction initiatives, including Bokashi composting trials
🐔 School education programs, including waste reduction and composting projects
🎓 Environmental education resources, school incursions, excursions and community workshops
🌊 Water quality management programs that help protect local waterways and the Great Barrier Reef
🌿 Coastal rehabilitation and restoration projects that improve dune systems and strengthen natural resilience
🌳 Tree planting and revegetation projects to enhance biodiversity and habitat connectivity
🐠 Participation in Reef Guardian initiatives that promote stewardship of our Reef catchments
💧 Sustainable stormwater management and erosion control measures
🏞️ Natural area management and conservation activities across Council-managed land
🌾 Support for sustainable land management practices and environmental partnerships
🦋 Protection and enhancement of local biodiversity and native wildlife habitat
🚮 Community clean-up activities and litter prevention programs
📋 Strategic planning and environmental policy development that supports long-term sustainability outcomes
🤝 Partnerships with community groups, schools, businesses, Traditional Owners, government agencies and environmental organisations to achieve shared environmental goals

This World Environment Day, we thank the many residents, volunteers, community groups, schools and businesses who help care for Douglas Shire's environment every day.

Together, we can protect the places we love and ensure Douglas Shire remains one of the most environmentally significant and beautiful regions in the world for generations to come.

Small actions. Big impact. Every day.

🚧 Flagstaff Track Upgrade Update 🚶‍♂️We’re making great progress on improvements to the northern end of the Flagstaff Tr...
03/06/2026

🚧 Flagstaff Track Upgrade Update 🚶‍♂️

We’re making great progress on improvements to the northern end of the Flagstaff Track, with a new safety rail currently being installed along the long staircase which will improve safety and accessibility.

This section of the track is temporarily closed while works are underway, with completion expected Friday 12 June.

In the meantime, please make sure to follow the designated detour route.

We look forward to reopening this section very soon!

Check out the detour route here: https://douglas.qld.gov.au/flagstaff-track-upgrade-and-partial-closure/

🚧 Lou Prince Park Playground Upgrade Underway! 🌳Progress is underway at Lou Prince Park, with the play equipment replace...
03/06/2026

🚧 Lou Prince Park Playground Upgrade Underway! 🌳

Progress is underway at Lou Prince Park, with the play equipment replacement officially kicking off yesterday. 👷‍♂️

🔒 The playground is currently closed and is expected to remain so through next next while works are completed.

✨ The exciting upgrades will include:
• Brand new play equipment
• Soft fall surfacing for improved safety
• Enhanced accessibility

📅 If all goes to plan, the refreshed playground is expected to reopen next week—just in time for the weekend!

We appreciate your patience while we create a safer, more inclusive space for everyone in our community to enjoy. 💚

🌿 Mulch-tastic effort, Douglas! 🌿A huge thank you to our community for jumping on board our free mulch giveaway!💚 340 co...
02/06/2026

🌿 Mulch-tastic effort, Douglas! 🌿

A huge thank you to our community for jumping on board our free mulch giveaway!

💚 340 collections
🌱 440m³ of mulch shared

That’s a whole lot of happy gardens, healthier soil and water-wise wins across the Shire 👏

Did you know? Council sells mulch year-round at Killaloe Transfer Station:
🚜 Free mechanical loading available Tues, Thurs & Saturdays (9am–4pm)
💲 Domestic: $23/m³
💲 Commercial: $43.50/tonne

Thanks for helping us grow a greener, more sustainable community! 🌏✨

🌿 Senior Asset Officer🕒 Full-time | Applications close 5pm Friday, 5 June 2026Douglas Shire Council is seeking an experi...
02/06/2026

🌿 Senior Asset Officer

🕒 Full-time | Applications close 5pm Friday, 5 June 2026

Douglas Shire Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Asset Officer to join our Infrastructure and Recovery team—helping shape the future of infrastructure across one of Australia’s most stunning regions.

🌟 About the Role
As a Senior Asset Officer, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our community infrastructure is efficiently managed, sustainable, and aligned with service delivery needs. You’ll be responsible for maintaining asset management data, systems, and processes, applying best-practice asset management principles to support informed decision-making and long-term planning.

🌱 Why Join Us?
At Douglas Shire Council, we value our people and offer a supportive and flexible workplace, including:
✅ Flexible working arrangements
✅ Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
✅ A collaborative and inclusive team environment
✅ The chance to make a real impact in your local community

https://douglas.qld.gov.au/council-information/employment-at-council/

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64-66 Front Street
Mossman, QLD
4873

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Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
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