Port Douglas, North Queensland Australia.

Port Douglas Visitor Information

Port Douglas Visitor Information Essentials

Local Time

Port Douglas time is G.M.T + 10 hrs. (There is no daylight savings in Queensland).

Port Douglas Telephone / Postal Codes

Postal Code 4877 (Previously 4871)

	  From outside Queensland  (07) xxxx xxxx or   (04) xxxx xxxx - mobile
	  From outside Australia +61(7) xxxx xxxx or +61(4) xxxx xxxx - mobile
	  
		 EMERGENCY SERVICES ( Fire / Ambulance / Police ) 000
	 (If involving life threatening matters or reporting a crime in progress)
	

Police - ph: (07) 4099 5220

31 Wharf Street Port Douglas Queensland 4877

Ambulance

* In A Non-Emergency - ph: 13 12 33

* Baby Capsule Hire information: ph: 1300 369 003

Fire and Rescue Service (QFRS)

5 Davidson St, Port Douglas 4871

Douglas Shire Council

Office hours 8:30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday

Works Depot ph: (07) 4084 1100
General Enquiries ph: (07) 4099 9444 fax: (07) 4098 2902

64-66 Front Street Mossman Queensland 4873

Driving

Like England & New Zealand, drive on the left side of the road; however there are some differences. Drivers from New Zealand (in particular) should be aware of differences with the 'Give Way' rules. The Queensland Transport web site provides information on driving in Queensland, foreign license holders, road safety, and general driving advice.

Electricity

Australia uses 240v, 50hz AC electricity with a 3 prong connector . Adaptors are available at a number of shops in town.

Drugs & Alcohol

Minimum drinking age - 18

Legal blood alcohol limit for driving - 0.05ml b.a.c. roughly 2 standard drinks. Random Breath Tests (RBT's) are carried out regularly by local police. There are strict laws on the use and possesion of illegal drugs in Queensland(which includes cannabis).

General

Disability Services

Disability Services Queensland offers a free, statewide disability information and resource service.

Tipping

Whilst not customary, always appreciated. If you feel that you have received good service and would like to leave a tip - please do.