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Two Councillors Come Out Swinging On The Daintree Crossing Survey, Both Have Questions On How It Was Conducted And The Ferry Contract Negotiations In The Future

At todays Douglas Shire Council Meeting two Councillors strongly questioned some aspects of the public consultation process over the Daintree River crossing. They also want much more information before they vote on the 'Two Ferry' contract. Cr's Peter McKeown & Deputy Mayor Lisa Scomazzon spoke with FAB FM's Paul Makin. Paul was also joined by Mayor Michael Kerr who spoke about the issue as well as Councils BIG investment in the Stage 2 Cycle Network from Cooya to Mossman, a seafood van not so prettily parked in Port getting a reprieve from Council, The Douglas Hockey Association gets a storage facility off Council, TPDD's financials tabled, The million dollar plus contract for the Killaloe Transfer Station has been awarded to a Cairns company, but does that mean jobs for locals? Plus more. https://douglas.qld.gov.au/

 

 

 

 

Lights, Camera, Action - The Netflix Series Shot In Port Douglas Will Be Seen By Audiences Here And In Over 190 Countries - FAB FM's Paul Makin Chats With 'Dive Club' Producer And Creator Steve Jaggi

A 12-episode teen mystery drama by Brisbane-based production house The Steve Jaggi Company is shooting a series right here in our Shire. The wholly Queensland-made series 'Dive Club' will be released in 2021 on the Ten Network, and outside Australia to a global audience of over 190 countries on Netflix. 'Dive Club' will showcase the tropical paradise location of Port Douglas and its lush surrounds to audiences across Australia, and the world, while providing jobs and training opportunities for established and emerging local crew permanently based in Queensland. Dive Club Producer and series creator Steve Jaggi told FAB FM's Paul Makin that Port Douglas will double as the fictional seaside town of Cape Mercy. https://www.stevejaggi.com/

 

Watch Out For Dodgy Invoices - Chrome Book Is Here - Who Sells Most Smart Phones? - Crap Tech Item - Xmas Gift Suggestions AND Off On A Tangent With Tech Guy Richard Pascoe & FAB FM's Paul Makin

Watch out for dodgy invoices, don't get stung, a Chrome Book might be for you, who sells most Smart Phones? it's not who you think, Xmas gift suggestions from the tech world, 'Crap Tech' Item and off on a tangent with Tech Guy Richard Pascoe & FAB FM's Paul Makin www.talktech.com.au

 

Television, Radio And Media Doctor Andrew Rochford Talks To FAB FM About The Australian Digital Health Agency And It's Important Role In 2020 Especially With Mental Health Issues

The Australian Digital Health Agency supports the healthcare system and Australians facing health challenges. The 2019/20 natural disasters and COVID-19 have increased levels of stress, anxiety, depression and are suspected of increasing levels of suicide. Andrew Rochford is not only a media personality but a real Medico who 'Walks The Walk'. Dr Rochford is Emergency Registrar at Royal North Shore Hospital and currently works at Northern Beaches Hospital Emergency Department. This podcast aims to get the message across that The Australian Digital Health Agency is there to help. All you have to do is reach out.
https://www.digitalhealth.gov.au/

 

 

 

The Two Ferry Option Is What The People Want According To The DSC Survey - Mayor Michael Kerr Speaks About The Decision And What's Next

The survey results are in with Douglas Shire preferring a two-ferry crossing over a bridge being built at the Daintree River. The results, released by Douglas Shire Council today, revealed a majority of those who completed the Daintree River Crossing Survey preferred a two-ferry service with 66% of the count, compared to 33% of people who chose a bridge. The result was consistent across different groups of survey respondents, including those who live north of the Daintree River where 63% preferred the two-ferry solution. https://douglas.qld.gov.au/two-ferry-option-preferred/

 

THE SURVEY RESULTS ARE IN ON WHAT YOU WANT AT THE DAINTREE CROSSING - FAB FM's Paul Makin Is First With The News, Single Ferry, Two Ferry Or Bridge? And It's 66% To 33% In Favour

THE survey results are in with Douglas Shire voting on what they want at the Daintree River crossing. The detailed results, released by The Douglas Shire Council revealed the winning option saw a vote of 66% compared to 33% for the lesser favoured option. FAB FM's Paul Makin has the full result and what won over on THIS Podcast. The winning option was consistent across different groups of survey respondents, including those who live north of the Daintree River. A Submissions Report can be accessed at Council’s website. The Compass Research Report may also be accessed at Council’s website. https://douglas.qld.gov.au/  

Australian Country Music Star Jason Lee Chats To Fab FM's Paul Makin About His Life, Career, Family, Pool Tables, His Latest Single AND A Run In With The 'Black Dog' Which He Sent Packing

Australia's Golden Guitar nominated Jason Lee has released ‘Whiskey Kinda Night’, his newest single off his forthcoming album set for release in 2021. ‘Whiskey Kinda Night’ follows the success of his previous single, ‘She’s In It’, which charted high on The Music Network Country Hot 50 airplay. Jason's influences stem from the likes of Merle Haggard, Slim Dusty, George Jones through to Blake Shelton, Luke Bryan, Keith Urban and Jason Aldean, but there's no mistaking his own unique country sound. With a successful career spanning over 15 years, the best is yet to come. Jason had a chin wag with FAB FM's Paul Makin about his music, career, a move from the big smoke to a coastal setting and his run in with 'The Black Dog'.   https://jasonlee.com.au/

****Please note that on our Podcasts songs are not played in full, they can be purchased on the artists own website or through legal download platforms****

The Douglas Local Disaster Management Group's Role Explained In Easy Terms By Mayor Michael Kerr And DSC's Disaster Management Officer Jamie Kleinhans

With weather conditions very unpredictable this year and next The Douglas Local Disaster Management Group's role is explained in simple terms. What you need to know and how to prepare for the La Niña. During the wet season the LDMG meets on a monthly basis and are responsible for Prevention, Preparation, Response and Recovery. How you can play your part and prepare properly. FAB FM's Paul Makin chats to the Chairman of the Douglas Local Disaster Management Group (LMDG) Mayor Michael Kerr and the DSC's Disaster Management Officer Jamie Kleinhans.

Douglas Shire Council's Emergency Management Dashboard. Front St, Mossman, QLD 4873 4099 9444 or 1800 026 318 (07) 4098 2902  https://dashboard.douglas.qld.gov.au/

 

 

FAB FM Tech Guy Richard Pascoe Chats To Paul Makin About All Thins Tech Including Virus Protection - Heath Problems Taking Your Phone Into The Toilet - Crap Tech Item AND Richard Gets Agro!

FAB FM Tech Guy Richard Pascoe with virus protection tips, Do you need a VPN on your phone? Deleted files there's nothing worse!, medical authorities people not to take their phones into the toilet. The 'Crap Tech Item Of The Week' and Paul discuss old radios and old lollies PLUS Richard gets very 'Agro'

A New Newspaper Wants To Come To Town But Not At The Expense Of Ratepayers Say 4 Councillors At Todays Meeting Of The DSC - Paul Makin Chats With Douglas Shire Mayor Michael Kerr After The Meeting

A new newspaper wants to open in the Douglas Shire and while 4 Douglas Shire Councillors are happy for that to happen in the future, they today joined forces to scuttle an up front money proposal by voting an emphatic No! The commercial Newspaper from Cape York wanted $10,000 of Ratepayers money to set up a local office. While Mayor Michael Kerr wanted it to go through, he was the lone hand to go up. There were other things on the agenda including a playgrounds upgrade and the Council is building a bridge, or at least making them safer and nicer. 'The Splash Park' is getting closer to becoming a reality. FAB FM's Paul Makin spoke to the Mayor after the meeting.  ****THE SOUND ON THIS PODCAST HAS NOW BEEN FIXED AND THE INTERVIEW WITH THE MAYOR IS PRESENTED IN FULL****