Allison is a new Host on DouglasFM with her Saturday Show on Saturdays from 9.00am to 11.00am. She has had a wonderful career starting in the Media Section of BHP. Now Chief Power Tool Advisor at Home Hardware in Mossman, here Allison describes many facets of her life including a cancer attack. Enjoy!

A great guest who is having a wonderful life travelling the world, plying his craft as a butcher and now the joint owner of Port Seafood in Warner Street. Enjoy!

Australia’s best ice cream is right here in Port Douglas and the company has the gongs to prove it. Owners Michelle and David Middleton are celebrating a string of trophies from the Royal Queensland Awards, solidifying their status as champions in the Australian Ice cream Sorbet, and Gelato scene. Now, they're setting their sights on Sydney's prestigious competition, ready to take on the toughest overseas rivals. Paul Makin sits down with the dynamic duo to uncover their secrets to success and to indulge in a mouthwatering taste test of one of their award-winning creations on this episode of Douglas Conversations.

One of the driving forces behind the Douglas Hockey Association is Keith Dickinson and he's super serious about the sport BUT in recent times the 'Black Dog' has attacked Keith causing a major disruption to his life. On this edition of Douglas Conversations Paul Makin chats with a man who's well and truly chained that dog up. He now returns to DC to help others in their fight against falling into the dark hole that is depression. https://www.douglashockey.org/

Michelle Daly has been around the world but eventually, through home sickness, came back to Australia with her husband to take over her mothers hair dressing business in Mossman. From there she built a real community orientated business where the customer comes first. She's been in the hair game for 40 years but admits she hasn't stopped learning. On this Douglas FM podcast she gives advice on young people coming into the industry and her incredible journey to where she is today. 

Sharon Beechey is now operating a cafe in Mossman but she's had an interesting journey getting to where she is today. She started her life in Ettalong NSW but was here in Port when the Sheraton was built. Hospitality is in her DNA so operating her current business is a given. But like so many women Netball has played a huge part in her life. In this podcast Douglas Conversations Steve Barrett delves into the very interesting life of Sharon Beechey. 

A spruiker, a footballer, a cane toad caller, and now the 'The Wedding Guy', Nick Gibson has certainly not let the grass grow under him. A well know local, he's what you call a loveable larikan. Nick brings over two decades of expertise in professional public speaking. With a colourful personality and a fantastic sense of humour, Nick is renowned for his charismatic presence and relaxed confidence and on this Douglas Conversation podcast he chats with our own Steve Barrett about how it all began. https://theweddingguyportdouglas.com.au/

When the 2023 Cairns AFL premiership match between the Port Douglas Crocs and Cairns Saints threw up a Crocs win, Captain Ben McPhee was a very satisfied man. The game was a tightly fought-out affair with Port Douglas holding sway at every change to eventually run out 34-point winners. Captain Mcphee was full of praise for his team who were challenged but fought hard all day to get the result required. So what's the back story on this highly driven bloke who's striving for a Crocs 2024 win? Douglas Conversations host Steve Barrett finds out in this Douglas FM Podcast.

In the world of hospitality, Paul McMahon's name is synonymous with success. Starting his career in hotel management at a young age, Paul's gained valuable experience in Victoria, NSW and Queensland. His keen eye for opportunity led him to the far north where he seized the chance to purchase the Mossman Hotel. This strategic move was followed by the takeover of the Barrier Reef Tavern, further solidifying his local presence. Add Hughies at Mossman along with a string of bottle shops also under his family's ownership and you have a recipe for success. Steve Barrett finds out the secrets behind the achievements of the McMahon Hotel Group.

On this Douglas Conversations podcast host Steve Barrett looks into the dynamic world of sports, focusing on community and progression. His guest is Caity Walsh, a pivotal member of the Port Douglas Crocs' senior women's team in the 2024 AFL Cairns League. This season signifies a significant juncture as the Senior Women's Team made its debut, enabling talented players like Caity and her peers from the Under 17's squad to seamlessly transition to the senior ranks while upholding their commitment to representing the Douglas Shire.