This ferry links the Daintree to the rest of the state — but locals are in a race against time to replace it

Douglas Shire Council to seek private sector operator for Daintree River ferry as replacement plan hits delays

Two years ago the Daintree River ferry was purchased by Douglas Shire Council, which had plans to replace it. But after a major blowout in the project's timeline, the council is now looking to place the ferry back in private hands.