Port Douglas Carnivale Unveils Huge Program with Music and Fun
Port Douglas Carnivale returns with a jam-packed program featuring live music, cabaret, family activities, and more from May 17-26, 2025.
Port Douglas Carnivale returns with a jam-packed program featuring live music, cabaret, family activities, and more from May 17-26, 2025.
AFL legend Dustin Martin plays his first game since retiring, drawing thousands to Port Douglas for a one-off match with the Crocs against South Cairns Cutters.
Plans have been lodged to replace the iconic Port Douglas Beach House with a $20 million luxury villa development, featuring 19 high-end residences and a pool.
Roadworks on the Captain Cook Highway near Port Douglas have restarted, with locals urging authorities to implement long-term solutions to prevent future damage.
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RecommendedThala Beach Nature Reserve in Port Douglas has unveiled a new solar project, reducing its reliance on diesel generators by 50% and advancing sustainability in tourism.
A Port Douglas transport company has voluntarily entered liquidation but is assisting customers with alternative services, ensuring minimal disruption to local businesses.
A multi-vehicle crash on the Captain Cook Highway near Port Douglas has led to significant traffic delays, with emergency services responding to the scene and advising motorists to avoid the area.
Richmond legend Dustin Martin will play his first competitive match since retiring, joining the Port Douglas Crocs on May 2. The three-time Norm Smith medallist's move follows other AFL stars in local footy.
AFL superstar Dustin Martin will make a surprise appearance for the Port Douglas Crocs in a local match, sparking excitement among fans and the community.
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RecommendedAFL superstar Dustin Martin is set to make a shock appearance for the Port Douglas Crocs, bringing his elite skills to the local club in a major coup for the community.
Remote Top End residents are preparing for destructive winds, heavy rain, and flash flooding as Cyclone Narelle approaches after hitting Queensland overnight, with authorities urging caution.
Far North Queensland is preparing for a tropical cyclone expected to make landfall on Friday, with warnings of heavy rain, strong winds, and potential flooding in coastal communities.
The grave of a 19th-century lighthouse keeper's wife on a remote island has been saved from coastal erosion through a reburial project, preserving a piece of maritime history.
A large saltwater crocodile snatched a pet dog from Spring Creek, prompting urgent safety warnings for locals who swim in the area. Rangers have erected signs after the incident.
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RecommendedLocal businesses in Port Douglas and the Daintree region are grappling with an uncertain future as a major insurance dispute over a ferry disaster threatens their operations and livelihoods.
A large crocodile, nicknamed the 'Jungle King', was discovered upside down 60 kilometres out to sea after flash flooding on the Daintree River in Far North Queensland.
A global cocoa shortage is creating new opportunities for farmers in Far North Queensland, with local growers expanding production to meet rising demand.
Port Douglas Wildlife Habitat has launched Croc Country, an interactive exhibit aimed at educating visitors about crocodiles and promoting respect for these iconic predators in their natural environment.
A 23-year-old Brisbane martial arts coach, Louie McHugh, has died in a spearfishing incident at Batt Reef, the same Great Barrier Reef location where Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin lost his life in 2006.
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RecommendedEmergency crews are conducting an extensive air and sea search for a man who reportedly went overboard from a vessel near Batt Reef off Port Douglas.
Scientists study the Great Barrier Reef's vibrant colours as a crucial factor in coral survival during bleaching events, offering new hope for reef resilience.
A Port Douglas nurse is lucky to be alive after contracting a rare and deadly tropical disease, sharing her harrowing experience to raise awareness about the risks in Far North Queensland.
Rex Smeal Park in Port Douglas is set for significant improvements, including a new irrigation system, as part of a council initiative to enhance community spaces and sustainability.
Tourism giant Journey Beyond finalises deal for Mossman Gorge Cultural Centre's operational assets, ensuring the future of the iconic Far North Queensland Indigenous tourism experience.
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RecommendedA family-run Port Douglas company invests in a new $2.5 million luxury catamaran, Quicksilver's 'Wavedancer Low Isles', to enhance the iconic Low Isles experience and support local tourism. Discover the upgrade.
A man faces court after an alleged attempt to steal a commercial prawn trawler from Port Douglas. Police responded swiftly to the incident at the marina. Read the full story.