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Nature's PowerHouse
Located in the heritage-listed Cooktown Botanic Gardens.
Up-to-date visitor information.

Tourist Information Centre

-Volunteers Needed-

Tel: +61 07 4069 6004
Info Line: 1800 174 895
Email: info@cook.qld.gov.au

www.naturespowerhouse.com.au

 

 

Welcome to t he official web site for Cooktown and the Cook Shire region, Cape York Peninsula, Far North Queensland, Australia....   

Incredible mountain views, cascading waterfalls, majestic rivers, pristine beaches, and great fishing! Just some of the attractions of this area. Cook Shire offers plenty of resources for residents and visitors alike. There is plenty to do and see here. Explore our web site and discover this exciting region for yourself.

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From The Australian Traveller 100 Best Towns in Australia 

Cooktown was voted No. 44

Read what Australian Traveller says about Cooktown…

Healthy QLD Awards 2009

QUEENSLAND’S HEALTHIEST COMMUNITY – COOKTOWN

Cooktown won the Far North Queensland regional final and will now progress to the State Finals in August 2009

Travelling to Cooktown:

CURRENT ROAD CONDITIONS

BE CROC WISE IN COOKTOWN

COOKTOWN WIKIPEDIA LINK

 

  Cook Shire Council ABN 45 425 085 688

 

 Latest News and Upcoming Events:

Cook Shire Council 2009 Events Calendar

24th October - Bloomfield Agriculture Show Day

23rd - 25th October - Physical Culture Workshop for Instructors

26th October - Croc Trophy Bike Race arrives in Cooktown

25th October - Physical Culture Come Try-it-Day 2pm-6pm Shire Hall

11th November - Cooktown Library Children's Activity Day

14th November - Q150 Community BBQ and the Opening of the Power Magazine

23rd November - Preparing for Cyclones - Public information session - more information over the coming weeks.

 


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You can view or download the 2008 - 2009   Cooktown Visitor Guide Part 1 and Part 2
This is a PDF file and you will need 
Adobe Acrobat to view the file.

As a local business or community group, please help us to help you by letting us know if your information is listed and up to date.  See the Contact Us page for contact information.

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 Events Calendar
01/01/2008  Calendar of Events for Cook Shire   Read More
 Solidarity Music & Cultural Dance Concert
01/11/2008  Solidarity Music & Cultural Dance Concert  Read More
  'Sport for Life'
05/09/2008  "Promoting Community 'Sport for Life' Opportunities" Wednesday 10th September 2008 from 5.30-7.30pm Free Community BBQ   Read More

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