Category: Letters
Open Letter/ DSSG to Douglas Shire Council on the Langley Rd development
Douglas Shire Sustainability Group (DSSG) has received several questions from our members regarding the clearing of land at Langley Rd Port Douglas.
In response, we have done a deep dive into the history of events leading to the destruction of several large Melaleuca and other trees and the associated dislocation and probable death of several creatures housed in those trees.
Open Letter / To the CEO, Douglas Shire Council regarding the decision on Lot 83
“After Monday’s Special Council Meeting, Douglas Shire Council released a statement regarding the Council decision to sell Lot 83, Cape Tribulation Road. The statement contains misleading information.”
Letter / The new Council must protect our hard-earned environmental credentials
Whilst I firstly congratulate the new Mayor and Councillors on their election, it’s sad to think that some people seem to be celebrating the demise of those who have fought in the past for the Shire’s environmental credentials.
Letter / Promises, promises!
With promises to consult, be transparent and represent the people of the Shire, the Mayor needs to explain the contradiction with his actions since taking office.




