A development application has also been submitted with Douglas Shire Council to build accommodation in Cape Tribulation for traditional owners who would work at the hub, Mr Clarke said.

From punch-ons to vandalised posters, the election campaign drew ... The Liberal Party also went to war with the local council – this time in the Supreme Court. In a win for the Liberals and ...

The Island's largest local authority has a new leader after a meeting yesterday. Douglas City Council says Devon Watson, who represents the Douglas East ward, will serve for two years. On social media ...

Primary school pupils have been recognised for their creativity at Douglas City Council’s annual Daffodil and Best Decorated Pot Prize Presentation. The event saw children from local schools ...

the Mitchell Shire Council (MSC) has released its Draft Budget for 2025/26, as well as the Draft Revenue and Rating Plan. A budget of $224 million is currently slated for the Mitchell Shire, which ...

The Douglas East representative was confirmed in the role at the local authority’s annual meeting on Wednesday afternoon. He will now head up the Council’s Executive Committee for the next two years, ...

Picture: Jamie Jansen Newsport is inviting locals and visitors to experience the Douglas Shire in a playful new way, with a round of Douglas Shire Bingo. As the beautiful weather returns, it’s the ...

In our regular monthly photographic series, we bring you the best news, feature and community photos from across the Douglas Shire and surrounding regions taken in the month of April. If you have a ...