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“What is the point of a Shire intent of providing good rental yields to its remote owners, when every single tourism business here, is on its knees?”

The Mossman Gorge has always held a special place in the hearts of Douglas residents and those who choose to visit this special place. Today, Natalie chats with Assistant General Manager, Rachael Hodges, about what visitors can expect to see when visiting, the incredible achievements in Indigenous tourism and her favourite Mossman Gorge experience.

“We now have a more right wing team at the helm, and as former property development manager, with a few billion bucks of crazy projects behind me, as well as being a loony green, I offer a view on both sides of the fence here.’

Local cultural awareness camps for youth offenders funded by Corrections Queensland
Goals include developing pride in indigenous heritage and bush skills
Builds on a program run by Richard Burchill

What is the future of the micro-grid project?
Approximately 60 residents attended a presentation in Diwan on Sunday by Daintree Renewable Energy Inc.’s Russell O’Doherty and Volt Advisory Group Project Manager Richard Schoenemann, as the Daintree Micro-grid project pushes further toward shovel ready.

With the cooler weather setting in, (for locals perhaps!) food is just that much yummier!
In celebration, this week’s local business focus is all about food … and wine … and cocktails! Natalie takes five with Rhys from ‘Salsa’, to talk new ideas, iconic birthdays and how to break her linguine pepperincino habit.

DouglasNews.Network breaks down the 2020/2021 Douglas Shire Budget discussions

We should get smarter, more resilient and self-reliant. Governments should promote innovation, especially in renewables, and education and training.

Cairns Regional Council has not increased fees and charges this year to assist residents, businesses and ratepayers due to the financial impacts of COVID-19.

The Macrossan Street Garden Bed Enhancement project is well underway with several boat shaped garden beds in place filled with new plants.