Haven’t Had Your First Jab? Local Vouchers Are Now Offered to Encourage Vaccination
❝If people weren’t convinced by the fact getting vaccinated could keep you out of hospital and save your life, they might be enticed by a $10 voucher that can be used at local clubs.
It’s another reason to get vaccinated.
Getting the jab means you’re 80% less likely to get COVID and pass it on. It’s time to roll up your sleeve and get the jab then roll up to your local club and have a feed.❞
Visiting Minister Highlights Importance of Vaccination in Far Northern Queensland
“Vaccination rates are low in too many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities…it is so important that communities – and especially First Nations Elders who are the precious libraries of our history and the cultural compass of our future – are vaccinated.”
Crispin Hull / Smoke and Mirrors Morrison
Morrison’s conjuring trick and ruling out carbon caps and taxes might get him through to the election, but whoever wins will not be able to withstand the collective forces of international capitalism and will inevitably rule them back in.
Everything You Need To Know About This Weekend’s Local Pop Up Vaccination Clinics
In the race towards increased risk of exposure to Covid-19, if you are not already vaccinated, or need your second shot, take advantage of new vaccination locations this weekend.
Stars Align for Spectacular 2021 Port Shorts Virtual Film Festival
The 2021 Port Shorts Virtual Film Festival celebrated a spectacular online showcase of short films from our own backyard and around the world on Saturday night with legendary Aussie actor and Festival Ambassador Stephen Curry announcing the worthy winners.
Research / Identifying the diversity of self-sown native coconuts in Queensland, Australia
The claims that all coconuts (Coco Nucifera L.) were introduced into Australia by Europeans were researched by studying the journals of maritime expeditions, records of the Queensland Acclimatisation Society, historical data and published papers.
Halloween Weekend Event Guide / 29- 31 October 2021
Enjoy our definitive guide to ‘What’s On’ in, and around, the Douglas Shire this HALLOWEEN weekend.
Unmissable Melbourne Cup / Fashion, Fillys, Food and Fizz
This year’s “Race that starts the Nation ” is shaping up to be a beauty with events across the Shire featuring race calcuttas, luncheons, live broadcasting, race sweeps, raffles, prizes for best dressed and best hats, photo booths and people-watching galore.
Here’s a snapshot of what’s on offer…
Crispin Hull / Government, Grants and Immigration
Several events in the past week neatly illustrate what is rotten in the state of Australian politics and policy-making.
Weekend Guide / 22- 24 October 2021
Enjoy our definitive guide to ‘What’s On’ in, and around, the Douglas Shire this weekend.Featured events include National Barramundi Day celebrations at Hook-a-Barra today, and Cheers to Wonga Social Night at the Wonga Beach State School featuring The Walker Brothers tonight…