Visiting Conference Group Takes a Closer Look at the Famous Trial of Ellen Thomson
This week, a visiting conference group has been studying the trial of Ellen Thomson at the Port Douglas Museum. Ellen Thomson was hanged in Boggo Road Gaol, Brisbane, on 13 June 1887, aged 41. She had been tried in Townsville, on 17 May 1887, for the murder of her second husband, William Thomson, at Port Douglas, eight months earlier, on 13 September 1886, along with her accomplice, a British Marines deserter named John Harrison, who was hanged shortly after her.
Magical Talaroo Hot Springs Opens For School Holidays
Talaroo is a magical landscape alive with culture, nature, history and breathtaking beauty and guests are encouraged to make the most of “Talaroo time” by connecting with Ewamian traditional owners, joining the exclusive guided tours, experiencing the healing waters of the hot springs and enjoying a walk to the Einasleigh River.
Unique Daintree Lowlands Lot Earns Nature Refuge Status
“Getting this important parcel in the heart of the Daintree well on its way to being restored to its former glory is an incredibly important moment and really speaks to the core purpose of Rainforest Rescue’s work”.
What’s On Around the Douglas Shire This Weekend?
Enjoy our definitive guide to ‘What’s On’ in, and around, the Douglas Shire this weekend.
Queensland Announces Requirement for New Travel Declaration and Extension to Restrictions for Greater Melbourne
As anyone travelling into QLD will soon require a travel declaration, restrictions remain on travel from Greater Melbourne for another seven days, and there is a strong recommendation from the QLD Government advising those planning travel to Greater Sydney to reconsider their plans.
Critically Endangered Hawksbill Turtles Raised by JCU Scientists Experience the Ocean for the First Time
JCU scientists have uncovered fascinating discoveries about the early life of turtles, including notable differences between green and hawksbill turtles. They hope to further this research with tracking devices attached to the released turtles.
Vibrant Display of Art & Learning at Port Douglas State School
Port Douglas State School students and staff will proudly display their efforts and achievements at tomorrow night’s Art & Learning Expo.
Are You Ready for the Single-Use Plastic Ban?
Queensland’s plastic ban made easy for grassroots groups
Letter to the Editor / Warren Entsch Promises
Today’s featured Letter to the Editor is submitted by Val Schier addressing recent promises by the Federal Member for Leichhardt, Mr Warren Entsch.
Working Cattle Dog Trials Bring Crowds to Miallo
Miallo was a mecca of dog lovers and competitors at this weekend’s FNQ Working Cattle Dog Trials