The countdown is on to one of Port Douglas’ most anticipated annual events with the 2025 Port Douglas Carnivale program officially released today Port Douglas Carnivale will feature 10 days of festival fun culminating in a full weekend of celebrations from 23 to 25 May New highlights for 2025 include Savannah Sounds a three-day music festival at Rex Smeal Park presented by Douglas Shire Council with major sponsor Newsport and Makers Tropic Lights – a colourful new projection show at the Sugar Wharf and along Macrossan Street Maho Magic Bar will be lighting up Dixie Park from 16 May Long-time favourites such as the Macrossan Street Parade and fireworks art and photography exhibitions and the Sunday Markets will once again bring colour and energy to the Carnivale program there is the Port Douglas Carnivale Classic golf tournament Even dog lovers are catered for with the Pooch Party Douglas Shire Mayor Lisa Scomazzon said she looked forward to welcoming visitors and locals to experience this year’s expanded program “There is a lot to look forward to in this year’s program with over 20 different events Partnering with Sound Australia to deliver an event of Savannah Sounds’ calibre at Rex Smeal Park is also a significant addition to Port Douglas Carnivale,” Cr Scomazzon said “I am confident visitors and locals alike will love the Carnivale 2025 program and regionally it will resonate and attract even more people to experience everything our incredible destination has to offer Cr Scomazzon also encouraged local businesses and community groups to get involved in the Macrossan Street Parade “The Street Parade is always a Carnivale highlight and a great way to be part of the celebrations I encourage everyone thinking about it to jump online and register – it is not too late to get involved.” For more information on Port Douglas Carnivale and to book tickets visit the website www.carnivale.com.au lawsuits and thundering silence – but no mention of the words ‘my bad’ Note: Your answers to this quiz may be subject to subpoena by the Department of Justice Lawrence Douglas is a professor of law at Amherst College in Massachusetts We can see it.’View all episodesTrump has been in office for 100 days Israel has been at war with Hamas in Gaza for 570 Douglas Murray has had a front-row seat to all three of these unfolding stories bringing us reportage and analysis that have illuminated the most urgent issues of our time his reporting and willingness to call out bad actors across the world and the political spectrum has earned him his fair share of adversaries Douglas went on The Joe Rogan Experience—the most popular podcast in America—to debate both Joe and comedian-turned-pundit Dave Smith with the debate earning millions of views and becoming its own viral news story The interview became so popular in large part because Douglas George Orwell once famously wrote that “to see what’s in front of one’s nose needs a constant struggle.” Nobody knows that better than Douglas who never gets lost in excuse-making and needless ideological abstraction He sees the world clearly and reports it back to us which is a big reason why he’s such a unique and valuable voice in our era of dishonesty That gift is on full display in his new and best-selling book, On Democracies and Death Cults and in the conversation we had Monday in The Free Press newsroom Paying subscribers were able to ask Douglas questions—and we are doing more and more talks like this. So to join us live and get in on the conversation, become a paying subscriber today. Douglas went on The Joe Rogan Experience\u2014the most popular podcast in America\u2014to debate both Joe and comedian-turned-pundit Dave Smith George Orwell once famously wrote that \u201Cto see what\u2019s in front of one\u2019s nose needs a constant struggle.\u201D Nobody knows that better than Douglas who which is a big reason why he\u2019s such a unique and valuable voice in our era of dishonesty That gift is on full display in his new and best-selling book, On Democracies and Death Cults Paying subscribers were able to ask Douglas questions\u2014and we are doing more and more talks like this. So to join us live and get in on the conversation, become a paying subscriber today Subscribe now Council contractors will be carrying out essential drain cleaning on Murphy Street Due to limited access during the week and Saturdays Help Preserve Independent Local Journalism Every dollar contributed will be matched until June 7th READ THE STORY How about a heap of windmills on the range as well Mmmm...on a coastal floodplain vulnerable to impacts of cyclones...probably not a good site Great idea and the land underneath can likely be used for growing crops and sheltering animals I also agree with new agriculture initiatives including hemp/ cacao ( longer term) Helen Killen and the owner will be responsible for cleaning up the mess when they're damaged bees etc die as they fly over and just drop to the ground We need to transition from fossil fuel generated power ASAP and solar panels on farms work really well in conjunction with grazing livestock If people are worried about how it looks it is not hard to screen them with wildlife corridors etc I can just see our international & Australian tourists scrambling to get to what is supposed to be a World Heritage listed area of lush tropical rainforest only to find a sea of glass ...sorry but Australia's deserts are a more suitable site !! 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Visit our comment guidelines if your comment has not been approved for publication Location: Wonga Beach is an extensive beachside suburb 17 kilometres north of Mossman and 20 minutes south of Daintree Village This suburb has one of the longest stretches of sandy beach in the area The adjacent locality of Bamboo is located west of Wonga Beach and has 129 inhabitants (2016 census) with a surface of 20.5 km2 (7.9 sq mi) 4873 Area: 21.4 km2 (8.3 sq mi) Population (census 2021): 1,042 Living in Wonga Beach: Peaceful Wonga Beach is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of the tourists in Port Douglas while still being able to live amongst the stunning surroundings This suburb has a beautiful lush backdrop of huge Calophyllum trees interspersed with Coconut palms Looking south from Wonga Beach you can see Island Point which shelters the harbour entrance of Port Douglas Behind the coastal vegetation is an extraordinary array of architecture From the quaint owner built holiday and fishing shacks of the 1930s to the newer multi million dollar homes For families with children there is Wonga Beach State School a government primary (Prep-6) school for boys and girls Wonga Beach facilities include a service station and pharmacy Median House Price: Approximately $443,500, based on 20 sales in the preceding 12 months. (Source: Property) Annual Growth: The area has experienced a -10.3% change in median house prices over 12 months leading up to January 2025. (Source: Property) Lake Barrine is a freshwater lake on the eastern part of the Atherton Tablelands The lake and surrounds are protected within the Crater Lakes National Park and are accessible via the Gillies Highway Nestled in the heart of the Atherton Tablelands in Far North Queensland Lake Barrine offers a serene and picturesque setting for those seeking a tranquil lifestyle amidst nature's beauty Living in Lake Barrine means waking up to the lush greenery of tropical rainforests and the tranquil waters of the lake itself Residents here enjoy a close-knit community atmosphere with a strong emphasis on outdoor living The lake has a day use area on Lake Barrine Access Road off the Gillies Range Road It has a teahouse and is the departure point for lake cruises It is the start/end of the lake circuit walk which has two lookout points one of the western side of the lake and the other on the southern side of the lake The nearest government primary school is Yungaburra State School and the nearest government secondary school is Malanda State High School located in the Tablelands Region of Queensland reflecting a slight decrease from 147 in 2016 The predominant age group remained 60-69 years the area continued to be characterized by a high rate of owner-occupied dwellings with 74.2% of homes owned outright or with a mortgage The majority of households were childless couples and mortgage repayments predominantly ranged between $1,800 and $2,399 per month one 3-bedroom house in Lake Barrine sold after a median of 21 days on the market (Information retrieved from Property.com.au) Location: The coastal village of Cooya Beach is just 5 minutes from Mossman and approximately 10 minutes north of Port Douglas A residential area popular with local families and a beautiful beach suitable for walking and exercising dogs The adjacent locality of Bonnie Doon is located southwest of Cooya Beach has 327 inhabitants (2016 census) with a surface of 20.55/km2 (53.23/sq mi) 4873 Area: 8.8 km2 (3.4 sq mi) Population (census 2021): 1,046 Living in Cooya Beach: Living the coastal dream Cooya Beach is a quiet residential community a family friendly area with a genuine community feel There is a great cross section of residents from singles and young couples to families and retirees It also offers new-build options (Ocean Breeze) and beautiful beachfront options (Bougainvillea Street) Mud-crabbing is one of the go-to activities on Cooya Beach Because of the close proximity to the mouth of the Mossman there are numerous forms of life that relish the muddy waters and the change from freshwater to saltwater surroundings boating is a popular sport amongst visitors and locals The pristine coastline promises spectacular views and peaceful waters to peruse with an annual capital growth of 19.22%  (Source: Yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au) Location: Cape Tribulation is located 35 kilometres north of the Daintree Ferry in the heart of the prehistoric Daintree Rainforest The locality contains a small number of bed and breakfast eco lodges 4873 Area: 125.6 km2 (48.5 sq mi) Population (census 2021): 123 Living in Cape Tribulation: Cape Tribulation is the epitome of a tropical paradise: serene and secluded relax and enjoy a refreshing swim after a toasty day’s rainforest exploring This extraordinarily pretty stretch of the Daintree National Park with its dramatic headland and lush unspoiled rainforest makes for some exquisite surroundings The remote headland of Cape Tribulation is where two UNESCO World Heritage Sites meet – the Wet Tropics Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef Australia's richest diversity of flora and fauna is found in this region Location: Cassowary is located 18 kilometres from Port Douglas and 7 kilometres from Mossman 4873 Area: 24.9 km2 (9.6 sq mi) Population (census 2021): 119 Living in Cassowary: Cassowary is home to many rural farming properties The north-western part of Cassowary is low-lying coastal plains and is used for farming sugarcane The eastern and southern parts of the locality form part of the Cassowary Range The nearest primary schools are Mossman State School and Port Douglas State School The nearest secondary school is Mossman State High School Real Estate Statistics: The majority of properties in Cassowary are large rural holdings The median price for houses in Cassowary is approximately $1.15 million (as of late 2024) (Source: realestate.com.au and domain.com.au) Location: Palm Cove is situated on the Coral Sea with a long sandy beach that is lined with palm trees The suburb is located between Cairns and Port Douglas and is surrounded by lush tropical rainforest It is situated approximately 27 kilometres north of Cairns and about 40 kilometres south of Port Douglas and is a popular tourist destination and offers a range of amenities 4879 Area: 6.8 km2 (2.6 sq mi) Population (census 2021): 2,450 Living in Palm Cove: Palm Cove is a tiny beachside village centred around an esplanade lined with 500-year-old melaleuca trees with a focus on outdoor activities such as swimming The suburb is home to a mix of locals and tourists with a friendly and welcoming community.The suburb is home to a mix of locals and tourists There are also several resorts and hotels in the area offering accommodation for tourists and locals alike Location: Port Douglas is a laid back tropical coastal town on the Coral Sea approximately 60 km north of Cairns It's known for its beach resorts and it’s a getaway to two UNESCO World Heritage-listed natural wonders; the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree National Park The adjacent locality of Craiglie is 6 kilometres south of Port Douglas and has 954 inhabitants with a surface of 65.34/km2 (169.2/sq mi) It is the access point to Port Douglas and it functions as a service centre for businesses serving the highway and Port Douglas as well as being an extension of the suburban areas in the south of Port Douglas 4877 Area: 18.0 km2 (6.9 sq mi) Population: (census 2021) Port Douglas: 3,650 (The town's population can often double with the influx of tourists during the peak tourism season from May to September) Craiglie: 1,062 Living in Port Douglas: If you're looking for a laid back lifestyle then Port Douglas is the right place The town has been designed to alleviate as much stress as possible for its residents The main street is lined up with inviting restaurants the weather is (almost) always warm and the tree-fringed sands of Four Mile Beach give you an all-year-round holiday feeling Superyachts from around the world berth at Port Douglas’s CrYstal Brook Marina where tour boats depart for sightseeing cruises to nearby coral cays and expeditions to spectacular diving- and snorkel spots on the outer reefs Port Douglas is a desirable place to relocate for many Older couples love to spend their retirement years in this tropical paradise adventurers couldn’t ask for a better place to live away from the hustle and bustle of the city and some families prefer living in the quieter streets of Port Douglas while making the one-hour commute to Cairns for work Units: The median property price for units is $410,000, showing an annual capital growth of 7.54%. Units have a gross rental yield of 5.92%, with a median weekly rent of $550. (Source: Yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au) Houses: The house market decreased by 3.61%, with a median sale price of $894,000, and a total of 17 houses were sold. (Source: Coronis) Units: The unit market increased by 0.84%, with a median sale price of $422,500, and a total of 202 units were sold. (Source: Coronis) The Daintree region generally refers to the area surrounding the Daintree River stretching from Lower Daintree in the south to Cooktown in the north the Greater Daintree encompasses a larger area extending from Mossman Gorge in the south to Cooktown in the north Lower Daintree Upper Daintree (+ Stewart Creek Valley) Daintree Village Cape Kimberly Forest Creek Cow Bay (+ Diwan) Cape Tribulation Location: The Daintree Village is located about 12 kilometres upstream from the Daintree ferry crossing and 56 kilometres from Port Douglas situated on the southern bank of the majestic Daintree River 4873 Area: 6.3 km2 (2.4 sq mi) Population (census 2021): 170 Living in Daintree Village: Daintree Village is a laid-back town and an unspoilt oasis in the midst of some of the most varied scenery in the far north of Queensland The surrounding hills and valleys provide a mix of landscapes combining pristine agriculture pastures with tropical lowland rainforest The Daintree River flows past the Village Beyond the Village are scenic drives along winding valley trails which follow the courses of the upper reaches of the Daintree and into the valleys of Stewart Creek and Douglas Creek You’ll find low-impact tourism and sustainable cattle- and tropical fruit-farming in the beautiful valleys beyond the Village The Village hosts a number of restaurants locally-created souvenirs and picnic areas complete with free electric BBQ and picnic table The Daintree Village region is a world-renowned birdwatcher's paradise and there are several specialist guides Daintree State School is located in the village and is a government primary (Prep-6) school for boys and girls.In 2017 the school had an enrolment of 15 students The median value for houses in Daintree is approximately $427,000 (Source: propertyvalue.com.au)  In the past 12 months, there have been 3 house sales in Daintree. (Source: propertyvalue.com.au) Over the past year, house prices in Daintree have experienced an increase of approximately 8.9%. (Source: PropertyInvest Australia) Location: Forest Creek is located in the Daintree National Park 32 kilometres north of Mossman and 52 kilometres north of Port Douglas The Daintree River forms the southern boundary of the locality 4873 Area: 22.9 km2 (8.8 sq mi) Population (census 2021): 84 Living in Forest Creek: Tucked away deep in the rainforest Forest Creek is the perfect place for an off-the-grid lifestyle with maximum privacy and peace and quiet The World Heritage Daintree Forest is an amazing place to live with forest Just 2,6 kilometres from the Daintree Ferry With a population of 103 people in Forest Creek 16.98% of its occupants live in rental accommodation The permanent creek situated in the area provides a natural and soothing ambience with the sound of trickling water The median value for houses in Forest Creek is not currently available due to limited sales data (Source: Yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au) The median gross rental yield for houses is estimated at 5.14%. (Source: Yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au)​​​​​​ Properties in Forest Creek have an average time of 252 days on the market before sale. (Source: Yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au) Location:Julatten is a small rural town located in Far North Queensland approximately 20 kilometres southwest of Port Douglas The suburb is known for its lush rainforest and stunning views of the Great Dividing Range.LGA & Postcode:Shire of Mareeba 4871Area:154.0 km2 (59.5 sq mi)Population (census 2016):1,091Living in Julatten:The town has a close-knit community feel and farms selling fresh produce.The climate in Julatten is tropical with hot and humid summers and mild winters The area receives an average annual rainfall of around 1,800mm with most rain falling during the wet season between December and April.Julatten is located in close proximity to a number of popular tourist destinations It is also a popular destination for birdwatching with a number of species of rare and exotic birds found in the area.Overall Julatten offers a peaceful and picturesque lifestyle in a stunning natural setting with easy access to a range of outdoor recreational activities and tourist attractions.Real estate market statistics: The predominant age group in Julatten is 50-59 years Households in Julatten are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1000 - $1399 per month on mortgage repayments people in Julatten work in a trades occupation 83.7% of the homes in Julatten were owner-occupied compared with 84.5% in 2016 Currently the median value of houses in the area is $478,861.(Information retrieved from CoreLogic) Location: Kewarra Beach is located approximately 20 kilometres north of Cairns and 33 kilometres south of Port Douglas 4879 Area: 883/km2 (2,287/sq mi) Population (census 2021: 6,113 Living in Kewarra Beach: Kewarra Beach is a family-friendly suburb Whether you are looking for absolute beach front the space that acreage offers close to the ranges elegant easy care homes ideal for retirees affordable homes on compact lots and older homes on larger blocks ideal for renovating The beach at Kewarra is a favourite among locals to walk their dogs or to fish directly from the beach the beachfront Kewarra Beach Resort serves pizza tapas and drinks on the sand several nights of the week you’ll also find a fine-dining restaurant which operates year-round set among the eucalypts and palm forest The median property price for houses in Kewarra Beach is currently $700,000, with an annual capital growth of 5.15%. (Source: ​​​Yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au) The suburb comprises approximately 92.5% houses, with an average of 2.5 bedrooms per dwelling. (Source: Microburbs) Lower Daintree is situated 45km north of Port Douglas and 26km north of Mossman. The Daintree River forms its southern boundary The area starts at the turn-off from the Captain Cook Highway to the Daintree Ferry with Mossman-Daintree Road running from south to northwest through the region Area: 66.6 km2 (25.7 sq mi) Population (census 2021): 83 Living in Lower Daintree: Soak up the carefree tropical lifestyle in Lower Daintree you'll also have the opportunity to enjoy the Village's cafes galleries and primary school that typically caters to less than 20 students natural surroundings and properties with options for personalisation Lower Daintree provides something a bit different from typical suburban living The area predominantly features separate houses, with an average of 3 bedrooms per dwelling. Many homes are owned outright by couples with children. (Source: Property & Land Data Online In One Place) 5 kilometres from Newell Beach and 10 kilometres from Wonga Beach Miallo is perfectly located in between everything the region has to offer with natural beauty right on your doorstep and an abundance of space Area: 28.0 km2 (10.8 sq mi) Population (census 2021): 406 Living in Miallo: With rural residential zoning in place Miallo is the perfect for those wanting to get away from it all – and live the life that all dream of – but few attain Perfect for those wanting to build a weekend getaway or take the plunge and have a complete life change There is a cane tramway system through Miallo to deliver sugarcane to the sugar mill at Mossman The nearby Miallo State School is a government primary (Prep-6) school for boys and girls at Miallo Bamboo Creek Road the school had an enrollment of 179 students with 16 teachers Miallo is a rural locality situated approximately 7 kilometres from Mossman making it an ideal location for those seeking a serene lifestyle Local Government Area (LGA) & Postcode: Mapcarta Miallo offers a rural residential lifestyle perfect for those seeking to escape urban living The locality features a cane tramway system that transports sugarcane to the Mossman sugar mill a government primary school located on Miallo Bamboo Creek Road serves the educational needs of the community The median value of houses in Miallo is approximately $626,561. (Source: Yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au) Mission Beach is located approximately 139 kilometres south of Cairns and 28,5 kilometres north of Townsville is a haven of tranquillity and natural beauty Named after the endangered Southern Cassowary it's a peaceful destination that attracts those seeking a serene lifestyle or a connection with nature Mission Beach is the closest point on the mainland to the Great Barrier Reef This coastal gem boasts a 14 kilometre stretch of pristine sandy beaches linking three beautiful beaches and four charming villages: Garners Beach You can unwind at coastal cafes or explore hidden waterfalls and swimming holes in the nearby hills a ten-minute water taxi from Wongaling Beach South Mission Beach offers the convenience of a shopping centre for your daily needs Mission Beach State School is conveniently located at Wongaling Beach here is an updated overview of Mission Beach Mission Beach is a coastal locality situated approximately 139 kilometres south of Cairns and 240 kilometres north of Townsville It encompasses a 14-kilometre stretch of pristine sandy beaches Allhomes Mission Beach is renowned for its tranquil lifestyle and access to Dunk Island via a ten-minute water taxi from Wongaling Beach South Mission Beach provides the convenience of a shopping centre and Mission Beach State School is located at Wongaling Beach These statistics reflect market activity over the 12-month period leading up to January 2025. (Source: Coronis) Location: Located 15 minutes north of Port Douglas Mossman is a thriving township known for its sugar cane and exotic fruit farming The Mossman River flows through the locality from west (Finlayvale /Mossman Gorge) to east (Newell Beach/Bonnie Doon) LGA & Postcode: Shire of Douglas Area: 12.1 km2 (4.7 sq mi) Population (census 2021): 1,942 Living in Mossman: Mossman is a picturesque little township nestled at the foot of the mountains among bright green fields of sugar cane It is a friendly town with country stores and historic pubs along the wide tree-lined main street Five minutes west of Mossman you’ll find Mossman Gorge a popular attraction with a beautiful stretch of tropical rainforest where local Aborigines can tell their tales and introduce visitors to traditional Aboriginal life The town offers a high school and primary school Mossman State School is a government primary (Prep-6) school for boys and girls at 30-34 Front Street and Mossman State High School is a government secondary (7-12) school for boys and girls at 46-62 Front Street Mossman has a number of sporting clubs such as the Mossman Sharks rugby league club Douglas United Dragons Football (Soccer) Club Mossman Gymnastics and Bodies in Motion Dance School The median listing price for houses in Mossman is approximately $504,500, showing a 1.10% increase over the past year and a 20.11% increase over two years. (Source: PropInvest Australia) Over the past five years, Mossman has experienced a compound growth rate of 2.8% for houses. The median price for a 3-bedroom house is currently around $420,000. (Source: Homes Australia) Location: In the foothills of the Macalister Range and the Wet Tropics Mowbray National Park the Mowbray Valley lies 12,7 kilometres south of Port Douglas Most of the terrain in Mowbray is mountainous and the Captain Cook Highway passes through the locality from south to north 4877 Area: 97.3 km2 (37.6 sq mi) Population (census 2021): 317 Living in Mowbray: Escape to a calmer lifestyle The picturesque Mowbray Valley is a highly sought after and attractive location for Port Douglas locals because it offers magnificent just a 10 minute drive from town and less than an hour to Cairns International airport Mowbray offers an enviable lifestyle with a clean and green environment and lack of traffic In mowbray you have the best of both worlds lifestyle but still in reach of all the ‘must haves’ with larger blocks for more privacy The median value of houses in Mowbray is approximately $1,165,945. (Source: Yourinvestmentpropertymag.com.au) Location: Mount Molloy is situated approximately 76 kilometres north-west of Cairns and 30 kilometres west of Port Douglas It is situated in the picturesque Mount Lewis National Park area The town itself is located on the eastern edge of the Atherton Tablelands and is surrounded by pastoral lands and bushland 4871 Area: 252.9 km2 (97.6 sq mi) Population (census 2021): 266 Living in Mount Molloy: Living in Mount Molloy offers a rural lifestyle with a strong community spirit Residents of Mount Molloy enjoy a peaceful and tranquil environment away from the hustle and bustle of the city The town offers a quiet and relaxed atmosphere making it an ideal location for those looking for a slower pace of life The town is home to a primary school and a local pub that serves as a popular gathering spot for locals and visitors alike Mount Molloy is also well-positioned for those who enjoy outdoor activities with hiking trails and camping sites nearby living in Mount Molloy offers a serene and close-knit community lifestyle with easy access to nature and outdoor recreation The main industries in Mount Molloy are agriculture The median property price in Mount Molloy is approximately $477,000, with prices ranging from $95,000 to $1,681,000. (Source: Residz) Location: Tucked away between glamorous Port Douglas and the vast wilderness of the World Heritage listed Daintree National Park is the sleepy beachside community of Newell Beach Newell Beach is only one and a half hour’s drive north of the Cairns International Airport and just 10 minutes from Port Douglas The adjacent locality of Rocky Point is located south of Newell Beach and has 129 inhabitants (2016 census) with a surface of 20.2 km2 (7.8 sq mi) 4873 Area: 15.0 km2 (5.8 sq mi) Population (census 2021): 327 Living in Newell Beach: Newell Beach's iconic palm tree-lined shore is loved by visitors and locals alike spread along the coastline with most houses only two streets from the beach a very popular holiday spot enjoyed by many Approximately 20 minutes north of Port Douglas this peaceful beachside suburb oozes old world charm The town boasts spectacular views to Port Douglas in the south and the lighthouse on Low Isles to the east The two and a half kilometre beach is clean and pristine and is bordered to the north and south by estuaries Not far to the west you’ll discover the crystal clear rock pools of Mossman Gorge National Park and the ancient world of the Daintree Rainforest Fishermen are well catered for with boat ramps at the northern end of the beach and at Saltwater Creek. Newell Beach has a convenience store and for groceries the sugar town of Mossman is just minutes up the road It offers many different property options from beach shacks to standard housing and high end properties (beachfront) for a lower price compared to Port Douglas The median house price in Newell Beach is approximately $598,000. This reflects a compound growth rate of 30.6% over the past year. (Source: Allhomes) Location: Only 10 minutes from Port Douglas Oak Beach is a sleepy beachfront haven with luxury beachfront homes and villas which stretches 1.5km with an inner coral reef at one end Oak Beach is bounded by the Coral Sea to the east and completely surrounded by the locality of Mowbray on all its land boundaries Area: 6.9 km2 (2.7 sq mi) Population (census 2021): 186 Living in Oak Beach: With 1.5 kilometres of unrivalled coastal views and an inner coral reef right at their doorstep Oak Beach is the perfect beachfront haven in a paradise away from the excitement of the town Pebbly Beach in the northern part of the locality and the eponymous Oak Beach in the southern part of the locality Over the past year (January 2024 - January 2025), the median house price in Oak Beach is approximately $690,000, reflecting a median price change of 12.4%. (Source: propertyvalue.com.au) Location: The turnoff to Shannonvale is 12 kilometres before Mossman and 19 kilometres from Port Douglas The stunning locality of Shannonvale is surrounded by the Great Dividing Range 4873 Area: 84.7 km2 (32.7 sq mi) Population (census 2021): 194 Living in Shannonvale: Shannonvale is one of Douglas Shire’s hidden gems with its own freshwater swimming hole down the road and picturesque countryside to be enjoyed all around Shannonvale offers an ever-changing tropical landscape of waving cane-fields while being treated to the unlimited backdrop of the jungle-clad misty mountains of the Great Dividing Range The Shannonvale Tropical Fruit Winery offers delicious wine tastings and the Shannonvale Swimming Hole is the perfect place to cool off with the whole family during the hot days Location: Trinity Beach is located approximately 20 kilometres north of Cairns and 42 kilometres south of Port Douglas. The suburb is situated on the Coral Sea and features a long sandy beach that stretches for approximately one kilometre 4879 Area: 2 kilometres wide Population (census 2021): 6,594 Living in Trinity Beach: Trinity Beach is just as beautiful as the other northern beaches that line the Cairns Coral Coast but with a more down-to-earth and laid back casual atmosphere amongst classy surrounds The surroundings of Trinity Beach are dominated by lush tropical rainforest which offers residents and visitors access to a range of natural attractions and outdoor activities The nearby Kuranda National Park and Barron Gorge National Park offer opportunities for bushwalking the surroundings of Trinity Beach offer a mix of natural beauty making it an ideal location for those seeking a tropical lifestyle with easy access to a range of amenities and attractions As of April 2024, the median house price in Trinity Beach is approximately $697,500, while units have a median price of $390,000. (Source: cairns beaches) Location: Wangetti is located on the coast of the Coral Sea and is surrounded by lush tropical rainforest It is situated on the Captain Cook Highway between Cairns and Port Douglas The locality of Wangetti is located approximately 40 kilometres north of Cairns and approximately 35 kilometres south of Port Douglas 4877 Area: 71.7 km2 (27.7 sq mi) Population (census 2021): 68 Living in Wangetti: Wangetti is known for its beautiful beaches There are limited amenities in Wangetti itself it is located within easy driving distance of larger towns such as Cairns and Port Douglas which offer a wide range of services and facilities Wangetti is a beautiful and peaceful suburb that offers a relaxed tropical lifestyle with easy access to the amenities and attractions of larger towns The median house price is approximately $575,000, based on one sale in the preceding 12 months leading up to January 2025. (Source: Property) the turnoff to the small community of Miallo leads to the beautiful Whyanbeel Valley Most of the locality is undeveloped heavily forested mountainous land with elevations of typically 200 metres above sea level within the Daintree National Park 4873 Area: 55.1 km2 (21.3 sq mi) Population: (census 2021) 172 Living in Whyanbeel: Whyanbeel is nestled at the base of the majestic Dagmar mountain range in the Whyanbeel Valley and less than 45 minutes from Port Douglas The area is surrounded by many croc safe freshwater creeks and offers absolutely privacy while still being close to town which allows for hobby farms or semi commercial farms with tropical fruit such as mangosteens The area offers opportunities to keep your own bees chicken or cultivate rare plants and you can make an income through retreat style guest accommodation The median property price is approximately $1,313,000, based on three sales in the 12 months leading up to January 2025. (Source: Property) Combat Sports Anti-Doping (CSAD) announced today that Douglas Silva de Andrade has accepted a 6-month period of ineligibility for a violation of the UFC Anti-Doping Policy (UFC ADP) Silva de Andrade tested positive for the presence of furosemide a prohibited at all times substance in the class of diuretics and masking agents on the UFC Prohibited List from an out of competition sample collected from him on February 14 Brazil.  Upon notification of this result from the laboratory to CSAD Silva de Andrade was removed from his upcoming scheduled bout immediately after making his contracted weight on February 28 Silva de Andrade provided a dietary supplement that he was consuming leading up to his sample provision on February 14 2025.  The supplement did not list furosemide on its label of listed ingredients.  The supplement was shipped to and analyzed by the Sport Medicine and Research Testing Laboratory (SMRTL) in Salt Lake City the testing and analysis laboratory of the UFC ADP.  SMRTL detected furosemide in the supplement at a level consistent with the presence in Silva da Andrade’s sample. Additionally a sealed container of the same supplement was independently procured by CSAD from Brazil and shipped to SMRTL for analysis.  The independently procured and sealed supplement also contained furosemide at a level consistent with the presence of furosemide in Silva da Andrade’s sample To ensure that UFC athletes do not consume contaminated supplements like this one that can lead to adverse findings all UFC athletes are educated that the only dietary supplements they should consume should be 3rd party tested by one of the UFC ADP’s approved dietary supplement 3rd party certification programs. Information about 3rd party supplement testing and the UFC’s approved supplement testing programs can be found at ufcantidoping.com.  While there was no evidence of the intentional use of furosemide by Silva da Andrade he did not follow the UFC ADP directions to UFC athletes to ONLY consume approved 3rd party tested supplements.  Silva da Andrade’s 6-month suspension began on February 28 the date on which he was placed under a provisional suspension and removed from his upcoming card.  Under the UFC ADP he will be eligible to compete again in UFC events on August 28 CSAD has also provided this result and other information to the Nevada Athletic Commission who retains jurisdiction over this case due to Silva de Andrade’s scheduled bout in Nevada at the time this sample was collected CSAD independently administers the year-round anti-doping program for all UFC athletes.  All biological sample collections and shipping under the UFC ADP are conducted by Drug Free Sport International (DFSI) the global leader in the anti-doping industry with more than 5,000 collection personnel worldwide.  All information concerning the UFC ADP including all of its written policies and athlete test statistics can be located at ufcantidoping.com.  These policies are available in multiple languages CSAD also makes available a reporting mechanism for known and suspected abuse of performance-enhancing drugs in UFC at the email address tipline@csad.org Middleweight Bo Nickal Looks To Stay Undefeated As He Takes On His Biggest Test Yet In Reinier De Ridder At UFC Des M Strawweight Gillian Robertson Looks To Build On Her Success At 115 Pounds By Finishing Marina Rodriguez At UFC Fight Azerbaijan Native Mirali Huseynov Discusses Significance of UFC Baku To His Home Country Ahead Of Title Defense At A1 Police have arrested two women after separate incidents where they drove up from Cairns and allegedly committed crimes in Douglas Shire a 30-year-old Westcourt woman was arrested yesterday allegedly in possession of methylamphetamines and heroin Police report that the woman used a stolen rental car on March 24 in Cairns she allegedly entered a home in Hospital Street She was charged with unlawful use of a motor vehicle and she appeared in the Cairns Magistrates Court today (May 2) In a separate incident,  a 26-year-old Machans Beach woman has been charged with stealing Police allege the woman received a credit card that was allegedly stolen from a Craiglie property in January and used the card to make multiple purchases in the Port Douglas area It is further alleged she stole other items in and around the Cairns area in March and fuel from a Coomera fuel station in October and she also appeared in the Cairns Magistrates Court today (May 2) Report crime information to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or at crimestoppersqld.com.au The dawn service at the Mossman Cenotaph on Front St will begin at 5:15 AM with official proceedings starting at 5:25 AM and the Douglas Shire Council will be present to honour the fallen and those who have served people will gather at Port Village in Macrossan Street from 10:00 AM and begin the march towards the cenotaph at 10:15 AM The official proceedings will then commence at the cenotaph in ANZAC Park at 10:30 AM attendees will meet at My Pathways car park (1475 Cape Tribulation Road) at 5:00 AM and march to the Cow Bay Cenotaph Official proceedings will begin at 5:25 AM and sporting clubs are welcome to attend the services We kindly request that you be mindful of the space at the cenotaphs and the space required for each group To accommodate those wishing to attend the services the Daintree Ferry will begin operations from 4:00 AM let us remember the sacrifices made by our servicemen and women and the enduring legacy they have left behind Their courage and dedication continue to inspire us and remind us of the importance of unity and resilience We look forward to seeing you at the Anzac Day services and standing together as a community to honour our heroes Department of Transport and Main Roads will be resurfacing the ramp reinstalling the floating walkway and undertaking some asphalt correction works at the approach 29 April (weather and conditions permitting) One lane will remain open whilst works are taking place For more information on the closure contact TMR’s Maritime Safety Queensland Branch on (07) 4052 7400 or e-mail cairns.maritime@msq.qld.gov.au The excitement is building with only 150 days to go until the 4th edition of the Port Douglas Gran Fondo Festival which will be held September 12-14th 2025 Festival Director Bade Stapleton was excited to announce a new Gold Partnership with the Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort Port Douglas “Our new RUN PORT DOUGLAS event is an awesome new addition to the event program this year and the Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort Port Douglas are an important partner in helping bring this event to life,” Mr Stapleton said “The RUN PORT DOUGLAS 5km and 2km events will take runners through the Sheraton passing the spectacular resort pools as they head towards Four Mile Beach and the run down to the finish This event simply couldn’t happen without them!” RUN PORT DOUGLAS is a new addition to the Port Douglas Gran Fondo Festival in 2025 and includes a 21.1km Half Marathon and 10km 5km and 2km run events on Saturday 13th September Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort Port Douglas general manager Steve Molnar said the resort was pleased to be a Gold Parner for this year’s festival “This event is a fantastic visitor and community opportunity to showcase the beauty and vibrancy of our region The new RUN PORT DOUGLAS event will offer participants a unique gathering experience running through our stunning resort and along the iconic Four Mile Beach We look forward to welcoming runners and spectators to the resort and supporting this exciting addition to the festival,” Mr Molnar said Douglas Shire Council Deputy Mayor Roy Zammataro said the event continues to go from strength to strength “The addition of the new RUN PORT DOUGLAS event will bring even more energy and visitors to our beautiful region It’s a great opportunity to showcase the natural beauty of the Douglas Shire while supporting local businesses and encouraging active healthy lifestyles,” Cr Zammataro said The main events of the Port Douglas Gran Fondo Festival will continue with the Hartley’s to Port MTB Race also finishing on Four Mile Beach on Saturday 13th September 2025 60km Semi Fondo and 48km Medio Fondo will all happen on Sunday 14th September 2025 The Port Douglas Gran Fondo Festival now has an event for everyone whether you are a cyclist or just enjoy getting outside for a run or walk Entries for all events are now open! Our Early Bird Discount ends 30 April 2025 so enter now and save! Visit www.portdouglasgranfondo.com.au to enter the ride events and www.runportdouglas.com.au to enter the running events The 2025 Port Douglas Gran Fondo is proudly supported by Douglas Shire Council Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort Port Douglas and Triple M Cairns Douglas Shire Council has responded to an urgent call for assistance from communities affected by ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred with members of Council’s Disaster Management Unit (DMU) to complete a seven day deployment to support the Redland City Council will provide specialist disaster management support to the City of Logan and are due to arrive on Monday afternoon Douglas Shire Council Mayor Lisa Scomazzon said she was proud of the support that Douglas Shire Council is providing and the dedication of the DMU team members “Council’s experienced and specialised team will assist with disaster operations logistics and recovery at Redland’s Local Disaster Coordination Centre,” Mayor Scomazzon said “The Redland City Council team are working long hours and will no doubt appreciate the assistance and skills our DMU team will bring to their response and recovery efforts I know our Council benefited greatly from outside support in the wake of Cyclone Jasper.” the generosity and willingness of Councils to roll up their sleeves and work together for disaster affected communities is on full show I’m confident our DMU team will provide valuable support and will represent Douglas Shire Council proudly.” with intense rainfall and flooding expected to continue over the coming days Picture: Disaster Management Unit members Shane Brumby and Natascha Schwarzer Get ready for a spectacular New Year’s Eve in Port Douglas with a dual fireworks extravaganza lighting up the waterfront Kick off the celebrations with family-friendly fireworks at 8pm followed by the much-anticipated midnight show at Dickson Inlet enjoy a Free Kids Disco featuring the incredible DJ Cody The evening culminates in a dazzling Fireworks Display making it the perfect family outing that wraps up at a reasonable hour experience the thrill of the traditional fireworks display welcoming 2025 with all the excitement and joy of a brand-new year Anzac Day is a time for us to come together as a community to honour the bravery and resilience of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZACs) who landed at Gallipoli 110 years ago This day holds a special place in our hearts as we remember those who have served and continue to serve our nation we have several services planned to commemorate this significant day We invite everyone to join us in paying tribute to our heroes and reflecting on the values of courage and perseverance that define the ANZAC spirit A new sewer system will be installed at the Port Douglas Splash Park later this month contractors will be sucking ground moisture from the site between April 11 and April 21 a stretch of Garrick Street will be closed Douglas Shire Council Mayor Lisa Scomazzon apologised for the inconvenience during this time “Council has already contacted businesses and residents directly impacted by the closure we ask for patience as we take this critical next step in the Splash Park’s development,” Mayor Scomazzon said the contractor has been working on excavating and installing balance tanks to store the water needed for the splash park the completion date for the project is expected to be in late July to early August The Douglas Shire Council has welcomed the LNP’s election commitment of $5 million dollars to construct a Disaster Coordination Community Recovery and Resilience Centre in Mossman Funding of a purpose-built facility will enhance disaster preparedness recovery and resilience across the Douglas Shire and broader Far North Queensland region Douglas Shire Mayor Lisa Scomazzon said “the announcement is a direct result of advocacy by Council and is an investment in the future safety of our community” “The centre will be designed to serve as the Douglas Shire disaster coordination and response centre It will provide essential community space dedicated to recovery The centre will be self-sufficient and able to function during disasters demonstrating a significant shift in our capabilities and technology.” the Mayor said it will be home to the council’s newly formed Disaster Management Unit and allow access for other emergency services and community groups to undertake training and education —helping to foster a strong The region—one of Australia’s most disaster-prone—is frequently impacted by cyclones including the most recent Tropical Cyclone Jasper (2023) and associated catastrophic flood event “We know too well the devastating impacts of disasters in our region and the long road to recovery —this facility will ensure our communities are better prepared It is truly a significant commitment that will benefit everyone for decades.” added Mayor Scomazzon Douglas Shire Council is now urging the Labour Party to match the LNP’s commitment to this project Port Douglas Carnivale will welcome an exciting new addition to its 2025 program with the team behind Savannah in the Round curating a weekend of live music and entertainment at Rex Smeal Park presented by Douglas Shire Council and major sponsor Newsport followed by a headline music event on Saturday before wrapping up with a local’s day on Sunday Douglas Shire Mayor Lisa Scomazzon said the collaboration with Sound Australia was a great opportunity for Port Douglas Carnivale and the region “We are delighted to be partnering with the Sound Australia team to deliver this program in what we hope will become a Carnivale highlight for years to come,” she said “We know the success of Savannah in the Round the quality of what they do and the acts they attract is a great fit for Carnivale and the future of event tourism in the region “Savannah in the Round has proven to be a major economic driver generating over $9.4 million in direct and incremental expenditure for Queensland in 2024 Port Douglas Carnivale is set to benefit from the same high-quality music experience that draws visitors and boosts local economies.” chief executive officer of Tourism Tropical North Queensland said Savannah Sounds Port Douglas would give interstate visitors another exciting reason to visit Tropical North Queensland in May “This nationally visible event will reinforce the region’s back in business messaging to bring visitors to Port Douglas during the shoulder season when they can experience the festivities of Port Douglas Carnivale,” he said Port Douglas Carnivale delivered a significant economic boost generating over $5.7 million in direct and incremental expenditure across Queensland with $5.09 million spent in the Douglas Shire The event attracted strong intrastate and interstate visitation reinforcing its value as a key tourism and economic driver for the region Savannah Sounds joins a packed Carnivale weekend which includes The Longest Lunch at the Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort Port Douglas For more information on Port Douglas Carnivale and to book tickets visit the website www.carnivale.com.au Douglas Murray speaks to UnHerd earlier this month Books on newsy topics by big-name authors tend to dominate the literary pages of our newspapers, often in a glut a week or two before publication day. So it has been something of a surprise not to have seen a single review in the mainstream UK press of Douglas Murray’s new book about the Israel-Hamas war On Democracies and Death Cults: Israel and the Future of Civilization The book was published in Britain and in the US in early April. Murray, an ardent supporter of Israel who has written extensively about the threat of Islam to Western democracy, and who has reported from the front lines of the wars in both Ukraine and Israel, appeared on The Joe Rogan Experience to mark the occasion He spent over three hours debating — sometimes heatedly — the libertarian comedian Dave Smith Murray’s main point on the podcast, aside from the topic of the Israel-Hamas war, was whether people who don’t know what they’re talking about should express their dubious views on platforms like Rogan’s without being challenged. Rogan and podcasters like him, asserted Murray have become so influential that they have a responsibility to at least question some of their guests’ opinions and yet there are still no reviews in major British outlets Is it because the literary editors of newspapers like the Times and Guardian have been too scared to dip their toes into what they may regard as a highly divisive and controversial subject Could it be a personal dislike of the author that seems unlikely given any one of them could have commissioned a hatchet job if they so desired Perhaps they feel Murray doesn’t need any more publicity; he’s certainly doing a great job without them but it still feels like a deliberate and glaring omission Meanwhile, Murray’s book has been banned in several Berlin bookshops according to a reporter who tried to buy a copy of it there only to be told by a staff member in one of the shops that it was “too Right-wing” to be stocked because the book tells a deeply affecting story of human tragedy with great clarity Murray flew to Israel immediately after 7 October and over the next weeks and months he interviewed many of the surviving victims and family members of the hostages along with IDF soldiers and even some of the terrorists before turning his lens on the response from the West Whatever the reasons are for the no-show of reviews here the good news for Murray is that it seems not to have dented book sales it rather proves the point he made during his discussion with Rogan: podcasters have the power now Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value" Please click here to view our media pack for more information on advertising and partnership opportunities with UnHerd The contractor tasked with building Port Douglas’ new $4.75m Splash Park will be arriving next week with work to begin on the highly-anticipated project by mid-March Townsville-based JMac Constructions has confirmed it will “mobilise” at Jalunbu Park Preliminary works will include bulk earthworks and installing plumbing and electrical components Mayor Lisa Scomazzon said the anticipated completion date was in late July “The progress of this project is weather dependent but Council is confident the community will see this amazing new park operating in the second half of this year,” Mayor Scomazzon said “I can’t wait to see the project completed – the new splash park is poised to become a social hub for young families Council has received grants totalling $2.53m from the Queensland Government Exciting new twists and treasured traditions mark the return of Port Douglas Carnivale this May featuring a lineup that promises a little magic a whole lot of crazy and a splash of tropical flair over three event-filled days In a first-of-its-kind spectacle for the region Port Douglas Carnivale welcomes Maho Magic Bar an event that is set to redefine entertainment in Tropical North Queensland Maho Magic Bar created by Broad Encounters will light up the palms of Dixie Park with its electrifying pop-up venue plenty of sake and an atmosphere brimming with mischief and mayhem as Carnivale goes international during its four-week season from 14 May to 8 June said the concept behind Maho Magic Bar was to bring some of Japan’s “crazy fun” to Australia and give audiences an experience unlike anything they have had before “Seeing close-up magic really does inspire awe finesse and personalities of these master magicians is mind-blowing and Maho Magic Bar is the ultimate Mayor Lisa Scomazzon said Maho Magic Bar added a new twist to the Carnivale program The Longest Lunch return to the Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort Kicking off the Carnivale weekend festivities on Friday 23 May guests can anticipate a three-course meal that celebrates the bounty of Tropical North Queensland from fresh seafood to local tropical produce all set against the Sheraton’s iconic backdrop of palms and beach “The Longest Lunch is not only a celebration of our region’s fantastic culinary offerings but also a time-honoured tradition that sets the tone for the weekend to come,” Mayor Scomazzon added returning in 2025 with a Tropical Treasures theme will also celebrate the unique natural beauty culture and community spirit of the Douglas region and we strongly encourage the entire community to be involved we saw one of our largest crowds ever gather to enjoy the Street Parade “The enthusiasm and involvement from the community truly underscore how much this event is loved and celebrated highlighting all that makes our region such a wonderful place to live and visit.” Tickets are now on sale for the Maho Magic Bar, priced from $62.10 (plus booking fee). For more information and to book tickets visit the website www.carnivale.com.au Details: Evening shows are recommended for ages 12+ with parental guidance Family-friendly performances suitable for ages 6+ are available on weekend afternoons Tickets: Starting at $62.10 (plus booking fee) Bookings: Tickets are available now (as of February 11) at www.carnivale.com.au Presented by: Broad Encounters Productions and Douglas Shire Council Details: The Longest Lunch makes its anticipated return to the Sheraton in 2025 Guests will enjoy an exquisite three-course lunch framed by the resort’s iconic palm trees Bookings: Tickets to go on sale in March at www.carnivale.com.au Presented by: Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort Theme Details: Celebrate the “Tropical Treasures” theme and vibrant community spirit of the tropics Tropical North Queensland is a treasure trove of wonders to be cherished and enjoyed For more Port Douglas Carnivale events, please visit www.carnivale.com.au Taking over Rex Smeal Park during Port Douglas Carnivale in May the three-day event delivers a powerhouse lineup featuring Sheppard Max Jackson and legendary Australian singer-songwriter – now proud Port Douglas local – Glenn Shorrock Savannah Sounds Port Douglas is set to bring a fresh wave of live music and entertainment to this year’s Port Douglas Carnivale will feature an impressive lineup of world-class performers Presented by Douglas Shire Council and major sponsor Newsport Savannah Sounds Port Douglas promises to be an unforgettable weekend for music lovers the festival will see the best of live music at the Savannah Sounds Park Precinct before headline events across Saturday and Sunday Director of Sound Australia and Savannah in the Round said with such a diverse lineup and strong community support he is confident Savannah Sounds will be a key event for music lovers and a major tourism draw for Tropical North Queensland “We are more than excited to bring Savannah Sounds to Port Douglas as part of Port Douglas Carnivale This festival is a fantastic opportunity to showcase amazing musical talent and celebrate the region’s vibrant energy.” attendees can look forward to a range of live performances across the three days The festival kicks off with DJ Sounds on Friday 23 May where the Savannah Sounds Park Precinct will come alive with performances from electronic artist Zoe Badwi and Andy Van Saturday kicks off with a ‘Beach Party’ at Four Mile Beach The music then moves to Savannah Sounds Park Precinct where an exciting lineup includes Kairos Kin closing out Port Douglas Carnivale with an all-day music program kicking off from 12pm through to 8.15pm with the last day of the music program at Savannah Sounds Park Precinct The day will start with The Katie Richards Band and beloved local act Roadtrippers to finish off on a high note Building on the success of Savannah in the Round which generated over $9.4 million in direct economic impact in 2024 Savannah Sounds Port Douglas is set to similarly boost tourism and local businesses while highlighting world-class musical talent including the full lineup and ticket details A researcher seeking to reduce waste and improve patient care in hospital intensive care units (ICUs) is this year’s recipient of the Douglas and Lola Douglas Scholarship in Medical Science from the Australian Academy of Science Samantha Bates from the University of Melbourne is leading a crucial multi-centre trial aimed at transforming electrolyte replacement in ICUs Recognising that nearly 80% of ICU patients suffer from electrolyte imbalances typically treated via intravenous (IV) infusion Ms Bates is investigating the efficacy of enteral (gut-based) replacement This approach holds the potential to significantly reduce infection risks while also minimising the carbon footprint of resource-intensive critical care Ms Bates’s research seeks to inform clinician decision-making globally paving the way for a more sustainable and patient-friendly standard of care “I was both astonished and delighted to learn I was selected as the recipient of this scholarship,” Ms Bates said “The scholarship funding will be instrumental in managing communication challenges as I plan to create an instructional video to guide clinicians on how to implement the trial interventions subject to approval by the research ethics committee we may produce a video to help participants and their families better understand the research consent process including for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander populations “Funding will also support my attendance at professional scientific meetings in intensive care where I will present updates and results ultimately enhancing my professional development in science communication I’m incredibly grateful for the generous opportunity to provide leadership in nurse-led research,” she said The Douglas and Lola Douglas Scholarship in Medical Science is made possible through a generous bequest by philanthropist Lola Douglas 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Clyde moved to Hamilton in 2022 after North Lanarkshire Council refused to extend their lease at Broadwood Stadium in Cumbernauld Hamilton Academical and Clyde are set to effectively switch stadiums next season after the former announced plans to play their home games in Cumbernauld League 2 Clyde confirmed on Wednesday that they will continue their tenancy of New Douglas Park in Hamilton having vacated Broadwood Stadium three years ago Accies have announced plans to leave their ground of the past 24 years amid a row over stadium ownership and rental and move into Clyde's former home New Douglas Park has been rented by both clubs this season from a company controlled by Colin McGowan Last month, Clyde had expressed fears that a five-year agreement signed in 2022 was under threat but on Thursday they stated that they are "in a position to commit to New Douglas Park for the foreseeable future" Now Hamilton - relegated from the Championship for breaching licence conditions after their appeal was rejected on Thursday - have responded They said: "Arrangements are now being made to relocate the club from the start of next season to Broadwood Stadium in Cumbernauld with the long-term aim of building a new stadium in Hamilton "Discussions with South Lanarkshire Council have started in order to identify a suitable location." Hamilton relegation confirmed as appeal dismissed 'No consensus' about altering Premiership - SPFL What is still to be decided as season reaches climax The news came as Hamilton awaited the results of Thursday's appeal against a SPFL decision to deduct them 15 points for breaching league rules the dismissal of which will result in their relegation from the Championship "Provision of incorrect information regarding stadium ownership" was one of multiple rule breaches cited by the SPFL for the points deduction Accies chairman Jock Brown says the club board found the latest proposal to settle a dispute with the stadium owner "unacceptable" Brown states that "the club is not indebted to the owner" with the "balance" of payments over the most recent 22 months "substantially in favour of the club" "So any postponement of settlement of the appropriate balance is inappropriate," a statement adds "The club's experience of being tenants over the past 22 months has been thoroughly unsatisfactory." 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For more content like this, subscribe to G2 Tea a weekly newsletter with SaaS-y news and entertainment What drew you to the field of financial crimes compliance and how have you seen the field evolve over the last 12 years I had been in banking for a few years and was working my way up I ended up getting a phone call from our BSA officer one day regarding the transactions of a very good customer of ours this good customer of ours was doing some activity that should not have been taking place and really no one knew because we didn’t monitor from a 30-day perspective We worked on a transaction-by-transaction basis I worked with our BSA department to resolve this and facilitate questions and comments for our customers the whole time I didn't really know what the BSA department did so I found that pretty interesting early on I found an opening within the team and ended up transferring to the operations side of BSA.  But I knew that what we were doing was upholding the US Patriot Act We were making sure that no crimes of any sort were taking place through that bank.  So I tell people it all happened by accident one day back in 2012/2013 What does financial crimes compliance entail and why is it such a critical function in banking Financial crimes and compliance are pretty broad you have a triage team within the Bank Secrecy Act Department and an Anti Money Laundering Department that will review alerts generated based on rules or actions that the customer triggers on a transactional basis It could be based on volume or on the number of transactions We are looking to monitor and make sure that they're not doing anything that would violate our policies.  that would generate an out-of-pattern rule for someone to review Some of this activity could be cyclical or seasonal You could have spikes around Thanksgiving and Christmas That's what these teams are typically monitoring for So banks and fintechs monitor financial crimes from that perspective.  Payments are monitored from a perspective of mitigating loss because payment companies can lose money in a number of ways Their most common way is through chargebacks So we're monitoring from a payments perspective to ensure that the merchants that we have underwritten are operating within their parameters and not violating anything that would put the processor in violation with MasterCard or Visa.  There are a couple of different avenues there I've been blessed and fortunate to see all of those avenues and I've been able to take key points from each one of those industries — banking and payments — merge them into what is now my experience in this space How does financial crimes compliance differ between traditional banks and fintech companies Are there unique challenges fintechs face that banks don’t I've been fortunate to work in both for a number of years And I can tell you right off the bat that the first thing anyone in these industries would notice is that by nature banks tend to move a little slower when implementing changes and trying to keep up with the latest technology Banks tend to serve on the more conservative side of who they are willing to do business with Fintech companies understand that we need to adopt new ways of doing different things Fintechs may be a little quicker to process or a little more user-friendly than a bank would be Banks have to ensure that their customer portfolio is conservative enough with the right mixture of risk that can still earn them some money But fintechs are looking to serve a purpose that banks really can't fill we can sign up from our phones or from a laptop.  we're transitioning more and more from brick and mortar to tablet-based or phone-based Banks need to go palm-to-palm with their customers to have that extra layer of comfort the thought within the branch world is that if you can get a customer to hold three accounts with you This is why a lot of banks push you to open a checking and a savings account It's going to be very difficult for that customer to leave and the likelihood that they do leave is very low We fill the space that traditional banks can't This is not to say that we don't abide by banking rules and bylaws We have sponsor banks out there that oversee our program as a whole We're building products that can literally land in the palm of a customer's hand but we also make sure that they are in regulation and in compliance with our sponsor bank.  How do you ensure financial crimes prevention is part of the company culture and not just dependent on compliance teams I think that comes from leadership at the top Leadership within financial crimes needs to be open and the right leader needs to put themselves in meetings with sales and other groups to just share what we're doing people look at compliance as the department of “no”: when you go ask that group something and we'll apologize for it later on.”  I like to take a different approach and meet with sales and marketing I like to partner with these groups and explain what we're seeing and why we can't approve certain things I found it best to partner with them so they understand where they need to focus their efforts That's how you build a culture of compliance following through with what you say you're going to do What role should AI play in financial crimes prevention and how can companies balance automation with human oversight I will compare this to the world of crypto.  Bitcoin and the cryptocurrency environment as a whole were seen as voodoo It was a place where the people who used it were only using it to commit crimes and there is hardly an institution or bank out there that does not have some sort of information about cryptocurrency exchanges in their policy because they understand their customers are going to want to transact with them.  where you're bringing in a tool that everyone thinks is going to take their job But it's not to take someone's job; it's to make it more efficient When you upload a spreadsheet to an AI tool 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You can learn more about G2's privacy policy here 11 November 2024 | 10:30 AM | Council Administration Building Douglas Shire Council and Mossman RSL invite the public to attend the Douglas Shire Remembrance Day service Following a huge successful 2024 Port Douglas Carnivale we need to maintain the momentum and present an event that really drives visitors to the region After partnering with Savannah Sounds and the inclusion of the amazing Maho Magic Bar this year’s Carnivale is already shaping up to be another great event it’s important we attract as many visitors to the region as we can to get the town humming Carnivale is the largest event in the Douglas shire and a great incentive for visitors to return It’s also a great event for locals to enjoy also and provides an opportunity for our community to come together and celebrate where they live Carnivale continues to present a quality program that stacks up against other regional events of a similar size and budget A part of this is the events long and continued history and the hard work of locals going back 30 years who pioneered the concept and had the vision to develop a reason for people to visit outside of the usual season Our region needs Carnivale to be as good as it can be given the importance of the event as a promotional vehicle for what it  brings to the community and from an economic standpoint We need business leaders and  community focused partners to embrace the Carnivale so the event can improve each year and continue to wave the flag for our region We have another terrific Carnivale planned and ready to go again for this year a new look to a few favourites some new events and the return of old ones But we have some other things in the works that require some extra funding support to turn into reality All eyes will be on the region and we are working hard to ensure our promotions will have a wide reach into the southern states It’s going to be a lot of fun and certainly something to be a part of and of course we would be delighted if you wanted to be part of the journey this year If you’d like to show your support for this much loved event and really contribute to the community please have a read of the prospectus and get in touch if you wish to take part We’re happy to discuss all and any ideas you may have from a partnership perspective we would dearly appreciate any support as every little bit will help us present another Carnivale that highlights our wonderful region don’t hesitate to get in touch and hope you have a happy Carnivale in 2025 Visit the prospectus here: https://pdcarnivale.my.canva.site/port-douglas-carnivale-sponsorship-prospectus-2025 The campaign posters have sprung up like mushrooms and the date has been set for the federal election; Douglas Shire residents will find out over the next four weeks how highly the major political parties value the region’s water security and disaster preparedness Douglas Shire Council has two projects at the top of its pre-election wishlist They are a $6.6m upgrade to the Crees Road reservoir and the other is a $5.7m Disaster Coordination Community Recovery and Resilience Centre The Crees Road reservoir upgrade would see the construction of a 10-million litre tank increasing the site’s storage by 50 per cent Douglas Shire Mayor Lisa Scomazzon said the proposed Disaster Coordination Community Recovery and Resilience Centre would host direct disaster activities as well as a safe place to access services during and after a disaster “It will host training and education programs for local government it will serve as a safe and accessible gathering point for community engagement and collaboration in disaster recovery and resilience-building activities.” Council has been advocating for both projects in the lead-up to the federal election LNP candidate Jeremy Neal has held talks about the project with Douglas Shire Council “When they (Douglas Shire Council) came to me and asked for a $6.6m commitment I was very supportive and I am working hard on it to get it through,” Mr Neal said in mid-March Labor candidate Matt Smith has previously told reporters “I will advocate for anything that is important to the region” Douglas Shire Council’s communications team has this week requested updates from both candidates after it was confirmed the federal election would be held on May 3 Residents are encouraged to contact both candidates if they consider water security and disaster preparedness high-priority election issues 4×4 enthusiasts are reminded to consider weather conditions as it only takes a light shower and always carry food and water in the event you need to camp overnight on the track which is not an uncommon occurrence The 71km CREB Track is a renowned off-road adventure trail which starts just North of the Daintree Village It is located in the World Heritage listed Wet Tropics of Queensland a region known for its exceptional biodiversity It’s considered one of the most challenging and picturesque 4×4 tracks in the country The name “CREB” stands for Cairns Regional Electricity Board – track It was originally the service track for the old powerline to Cooktown dense rainforest and stunning natural beauty The terrain can become even more challenging during the wet season when rainfall makes the track slippery and river crossings more treacherous The CREB Track crosses several creeks and rivers these crossings can become deep and fast-flowing requiring careful navigation and often making the track impassable It’s crucial to check road conditions and weather forecasts before embarking on the journey The track has become extremely popular in recent times therefore motorists need to take care and be vigilant for oncoming vehicles the track can become treacherous or impassable with vehicles easily becoming bogged or stranded The Local CREB Track conditions Facebook page provides updates on the track and we encourage users to check the page prior to commencing their travels Council may temporarily close the track from time to time We also place highly visible signage on the approaches to the Creb track when closures are in force you should not make any attempt to drive along the track If you disobey a road sign and drive on the closed road search and rescue authorities will respond and assist to extract stranded people resources will not be expended in attempting to recover your stranded vehicles You may also be ordered to pay for the costs of recovery activities Insurances generally don’t cover damages incurred when travelling on a closed road Road safety is a major consideration in these temporary track closures but we also aim to minimise environmental damage Vehicles that become bogged increase the risk of erosion and create extensive damage to the track Roaring Meg Falls (Kija) is a major point of interest on the CREB track The land is of important cultural significance to the Eastern Kuku Yalanji (Buru) people Out of respect for the Elders and Traditional Owners of Buru (Chinacamp) visitors to the area are asked to contact a representative of the Burungu Aboriginal Corporation prior to accessing the Falls – telephone CJ Fischer (4098 6248) as this is a day-use area for all visitors Surfaces are very slippery and severe injury or death may occur The top of the Falls is recognised by the Buru people as a women’s site; please respect the signs advising that it is taboo for men to visit the site Alcohol limits apply in Wujal Wujal.  Full details of Wujal Wujal alcohol limits are available from the Queensland Government’s Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Services unit or by phoning 13 QGOV (13 74 68) The CREB Track is a challenging and scenic 4×4 trail that offers adventurers the opportunity to experience the beauty and diversity of the Australian rainforest It’s a journey that requires careful planning and respect for the natural environment and local communities If we can all play our part and do the right thing the Creb will be here for the enjoyment of all for generations to come Blak Douglas at Penrith Regional Gallery for the opening of Spot the Difference with his commissioned work The Original Blak Panther Artist and Western Sydney University alumnus Blak Douglas has launched his new exhibition titled Blak Douglas: The Halfway Line at the Penrith Regional Gallery The exhibition reflects the past 30 years of his career and connection to the western Sydney region to a Dhungatti Aboriginal Father and Caucasian Mother He conceived the moniker ‘Blak Douglas’ in 2014 in honour of his dominant genealogies he set up an ‘art studio’ in the spare room at home and set up a drawing desk and began experimenting with drawing cartoons Supported by his parents he attended an open day at Western Sydney University where he went on to complete a Bachelor of Arts (Graphic Design) Mr Douglas holds the Badanami Centre for Indigenous Education in the highest regard He notes that university was an absolute saviour and having the cultural support that he hadn’t realised existed in his own back yard “It was like a biblical experience for want of a better description It was this intellectual and egalitarian compound that was a stone throw from some of the harshest postcodes in Australia I couldn't have asked for a better experience,” said Mr Douglas “To walk up on that hill at Werrington (South campus) into the cultural caring and embrace of Aunty Jean South and all of a sudden being surrounded by an intellect I didn't realise existed in Penrith.” Three Sisters 1998 - synthetic polymer paint on MDF board - Courtesy of the artist The meanings behind The Halfway Line are layered it not only refers to his lived experience but to the social and cultural lines that Douglas was told he could not cross It also refers to where he is at in his current career and moving forward after winning the prestigious Archibald Prize at the Art Gallery of NSW in 2022 with his portrait of fellow artist and Wiradjuri woman Karla Dickens in flood waters on Bundjalung Country the award marked a turning point in his artistry The Halfway Line also celebrates Douglas’ practice with his ideas having been expressed through painting photography and original poster designs reaching back to his time at Western Sydney University With more than 30 major works on loan including from collections at the Art Gallery of NSW and the National Gallery of Australia There will be an official opening on Saturday, 22 March from 6.00pm and a free artist talk with Blak Douglas and the exhibitions curator Djon Mundine at 11:00am on Sunday, 23 March. If you would like to attend either of these events, please email the Penrith Regional Gallery Kathryn Bannon, Media Officer Coeliac disease is not a food allergy or intolerance It’s an autoimmune disease that makes the body attack the small intestine if gluten (a protein found in wheat since the liar has the great advantage of knowing beforehand what the audience wishes or expects to hear.” Distinguished Professor George Williams AO has shared his thoughts on the importance of listening to students and championing them for success – including engaging with them on social media Launch your career at UWS and Brooke Boney stand in stark contrast to those of judges and colonial imagery.Blak Douglas' exhibition showcases paintings that he has entered into the Archibald Prize over the past decade – including two artworks selected as Finalists Meet the 80-year-old Yindjibarndi artist staging her first-ever solo exhibition this Biripi artist is celebrating both his Aboriginal and Chinese heritage 2 min readPublished 14 February 2025 3:30pm Alisha Lehmann and Douglas Luiz have reportedly called time on their relationship with the couple claimed to have different views over their professional futures The Swiss star - who has been informally labelled 'the world's sexiest footballer' - first began dating Luiz back in 2021 before they broke up a year later and rekindled at the start of 2024 Since then, the couple had enjoyed a close relationship and both sealed a move to Italian giants Juventus during the summer window last year Luiz joined from Aston Villa for £42.4 million having emerged as one of the best midfielders in the Premier League Lehmann followed suit just seven days later According to Gazzetta dello Sport Lehmann and Luiz split some time ago and the pair are seen having different futures with Juventus with the Swiss international contracted to Juventus Women's team until 2027 whose move alongside Luiz was the first 'couples transfer' of that kind has seen her campaign also disrupted by fitness issues Lehmann was then criticised last week for her alleged over-the-top celebrations after Juventus beat AC Milan to win the Serie A title given she has played just 37 minutes this year the jubilant Juventus players were quick to revel in their achievement But Lehmann appeared to be leading the dance at the front on her own and this appeared to touch a nerve with some supporters who argued she had a minimal role in the actual campaign The Swiss international only played eight minutes of the title-clinching win her first league outing since a nine-minute cameo again against AC Milan on February 9 Lehmann has only played 37 minutes since the turn of the year and is yet to feature for 90 minutes since a clash with Sassuolo back in November that is also the only time she played a full 90 minutes since joining from Villa with the Swiss attacking midfielder having struggled to break into the first team While Lehmann is expected to remain at the club Luiz is reportedly looking to leave the Italian giants after a disastrous campaign having played 23 times in all competitions Luiz has made three starts in Serie A and his progress has been hampered by a string of niggling injuries, which has seen him labelled as a Juventus flop. The midfielder was linked with a move away in January, but stayed put, although his future heading into the summer window remains uncertain. Luiz hit back at a supporter on social media this week, after the questioned whether the Brazilian had moved to Italy to post on Instagram or to play. 'I didn’t come here just to post photos,' Luiz fired back. 'No one else did that, and I want things to be different. I came here with a purpose. I listened to my heart when I arrived and decided to sign. 'Now I want you to answer me: why hasn’t a signing like mine played two consecutive games with this shirt? 'You can say what you want to the press later: “Oh, Douglas is not fit.” Am I not fit? I did all the pre-season and played every game.  'I had just had one of the best seasons of my career, one of the best midfielders in the Premier League.' Luiz did go onto reflect on his injury issues in the lengthy reply, before he reaffirmed his commitment to Juventus. 'Injuries have hindered me, yes,' he added. 'But how long did I remain on the bench while I was healthy? A lot. These injuries were not normal. 'I have never been a player who gets injured, but there are so many things that could have caused this that I would rather not comment on. 'I will continue to do everything for this club, even if sometimes it is difficult, it is not easy, but you can count on me!' No one seems to have shared their thoughts on this topic yetLeave a comment so your voice will be heard first. {{message}} Music teacher Jenny Guyatt has been named the Douglas Shire’s Citizen of the Year Jenny was presented with a certificate by Mayor Lisa Scomazzon at Council’s Australia Day Awards ceremony at Port Douglas Community Hall this evening (Friday The Mossman resident will mark 49 years of teaching brass string and percussion instruments to students across the Douglas Shire in April “Teaching instrumental music is really wonderful,” Jenny said “The kids enjoy playing music and they get such joy out of the music camps and the band I’ve been teaching many of them for a long time Mayor Scomazzon said Jenny was a deserved recipient “Jenny Guyatt is a dedicated and inspiring music teacher who nurtures and encourages students comradery and the importance of voluntary service and contribution to community,” Mayor Scomazzon said “She encourages students to focus on the qualities of a smaller community rather than the disadvantages – we are very lucky to have her in our shire.” Arts and Cultural: Alison George and Port Shorts Young Citizen of the Year: Nikita McDonald Certificate of Achievement: Sam Carey-Sage The Mayor’s Christmas Appeal has officially begun with the goal of assisting numerous families facing hardships during the holiday season the initiative aims to provide Christmas hampers that will be distributed within the community Douglas Shire Mayor Lisa Scomazzon said all funds raised will be directed towards purchasing essentials for those experiencing difficulties “Cyclone Jasper put a dampener on Christmas last year and made the festive season particularly tough for our most vulnerable residents,” Mayor Scomazzon said others were left isolated and many faced a huge clean-up following those damaging flood waters all at time when they should have been spending quality time with their families has meant many people have been doing it tough and we hope that these hampers will help families enjoy the festive season.” The Council collaborates with Mossman Support Services Goobidi Bamanga Community Advancement Cooperative Society Port Douglas Kmart and Quicksilver to facilitate the appeal Connected Communities in conjunction with Bendigo Bank continues to support the initiative through their financial contribution Donations to the Mayor’s Christmas appeal are open all year round and can be made through the following methods: Council is advocating for a $6.6m water reservoir expansion which will increase Port Douglas’ water storage capacity The Crees Road reservoir expansion would increase the site’s capacity from 20 to 30 million litres Douglas Shire Mayor Lisa Scomazzon said the upgrade is part of Council’s overall plan to improve the region’s water security “This essential project will improve our resilience during natural disasters and enable opportunities for both residential and no-residential development,” Mayor Scomazzon said “The project will also create additional jobs during construction.” Council is continuing its advocacy for the water security upgrade negotiating with local members and other candidates in the lead-up to the federal election Military procession marks start of VE Day 80th anniversary celebrations play iconWATCH NOW: Douglas Murray speaks to GB News Social commentator Douglas Murray has dissected the effects of mass migration and demographic change on Britain’s national identity He has spoken to GB News about the consequences of importing the world's problems without open debate or democratic consent and feels Britons are "right to be concerned" about immigration Murray discussed the "political cowardice" that has allowed these shifts to happen unchecked He said multiculturalism is fraying social cohesion and undermining Western liberal values demanding a "national reckoning" before it's too late Douglas Murray claimed Britons are 'right to be concerned' about significant population changes he asked Murray: "What's your perspective on that 2050 moment That Britain's ethnic demographics would be minority white British by 2050?" Murray responded: "I think a lot of people in the UK are rightly concerned about that Of course they're right to be concerned about it because even if there were no negatives that came from it I've always said that immigration brings some positives and some negatives "You've got to work out where the positives start to run down and where the negatives start to become overwhelming." Murray explained that even if there were "no positives or negatives to be drawn from it" Britons can still acknowledge the "significant population change" happening in their nation Murray told GB News: "Even if there were no positive at least people ought to be able to acknowledge that there has been that that constitutes in the course of under a century one of the most significant population changes Pakistan had moved in a century from minority white to majority white I think that Pakistanis and others would be alarmed by that why has that happened and why does it need to happen?" Highlighting a major concern of the British authorities Murray claimed that both the Government and Britons are "unable to speak up for themselves" when it comes to immigration Douglas Murray told GB News that Britons are 'unable to speak up for themselves' Murray explained: "We British seem to be uniquely unwilling or unable to speak up for ourselves "And so I don't think any of that is inevitable One of the interesting things about demographic change is that there are both parts of it where it's one of the best predictors If a British government of any stripe decided that the British public had had enough demographic change A multi-million dollar expansion of a key Port Douglas reservoir is being considered by the major political parties in the lead-up to this year’s federal election Council wants to build a new 10 million litre tank increasing the Crees Road site’s capacity to 30 million litres LNP candidate Jeremy Neal said he had already held talks about the project with Douglas Shire Council “They essentially had to turn their water off during the Jasper period at Port Douglas,” Mr Neal told Seven News “When they (Douglas Shire Council) came to me and asked for a $6.6m commitment I was very supportive and I am working hard on it to get it through.” Labor candidate Matt Smith told Seven News “I will advocate for anything that is important to the region and I will have further discussions with Douglas Shire about what this is going to look like” Douglas Shire Mayor Lisa Scomazzon said the project was essential to boosting the region’s resilience during natural disasters working on water security for the shire,” she told Seven “The extra water will be a bonus for Port Douglas because when we had Cyclone Jasper water was a big issue.” Residents are encouraged to contact Mr Neal and Mr Smith if water security is an important issue for them in the lead-up to the election Saturday will see riders take on the Hartley’s to Port mountain bike race the Lexus of Cairns Criterium and Wharf Street Sprint events in Port Douglas on Saturday afternoon whilst families can come down and enjoy the Choo Choos FREE Family Ride on a safe traffic free circuit on closed roads around the Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina the Gran Fondo event will be held on a combination of roads that are open to other road users and some roads that will be closed to vehicle traffic This will be managed by qualified Traffic Controllers and Queensland Police The ride (which is not a race) will also be monitored by a professional medical team with dedicated services from Queensland Ambulance Service Saturday 7 September 2024 – Port Douglas Only Sunday 8 September 2024 – Port Douglas Great Barrier Reef Drive (Captain Cook Highway) will be closed in both directions from Port Douglas Rd to Palm Cove Blvd Palm Cove for the duration of the Gran Fondo event on Sunday 8 September The details of which streets and roads and their closure times are listed here Emergency services vehicles maintain full access on all roads including Great Barrier Reef Drive throughout the event This event provides locals with a fantastic opportunity to ride along Captain Cook Hwy without any traffic You don’t need to be an athlete to participate The 48km Medio Fondo starts in Palm Cove and finishes in Port Douglas We even provide optional transport back to Palm Cove after the ride e-Bikes are allowed so it makes it possible for just about anyone to join in the fun Use the Promo Code LOCALS to save $20 as you enter