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Claudia Moodoonuthi’s work is on show at the National Gallery in Melbourne which is called ‘360 degree spin on Country’ as well as an exhibition in Cairns.
She grew up on Mornington Island as well as on Bentinck and Aurukun … Read More

Rumours of a rare white crocodile have been confirmed with several sightings from locals in the Wellesley Island group.
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Whitey

Key points:
  • Believed to be 7 foot long
  • Reptile is believed to be living in a five-hectare dam
  • Unusual
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The Get Ready U’Fella cyclone week has gained significant momentum ahead of what could be the [potential] first cyclone of the season.
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For the past ten days the Queensland Government, GIVIT and … Read More

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MORNINGTON ISLAND
JETTY – General Conditions 
Jetty Tender Addendum #1
Jetty Tender Addendum #2
Copy of Schedule of Fees and Charges 2015-2016
OFFICIAL TENDER DOCUMENTS
Schedule of Contractors Details
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Australians living in remote communities will benefit from improved access to basic services and essential deliveries such as food, medicine and mail, through airstrip upgrades projects approved under the Australian Government’s Remote Airstrip Upgrade Programme.
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister … Read More

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All welcome to Mornington Shire Council next ordinary meeting.
Located at Council Chambers, Dec 16th from 10.00am.
Voice your concerns, celebrate achievements and discuss moving the region forward.
Join one of Australia’s most isolated councils in consultations, for the betterment … Read More

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Sixteen years ago, on 24 November 1999, a tragedy rocked the lives of families from Mornington Island, Bentinck Island and Forsyth Island.
A Cessna 206 (registered VH-XGR) was conveying passengers from Mornington Island to Normanton for a Land Council Meeting … Read More

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