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Powerline Vegetation Maintenance
ETS Infrastructure has advised us that they will be conducting powerline vegetation maintenance activities within Cook Shire in the coming month on behalf of Energy Queensland Limited (Ergon), to ensure network reliability and safety for communities. Vegetation...
Road Upgrades in Cook Shire
Bloomfield Road and More! Great news for residents and visitors of Cook Shire! As of Tuesday 1 October 2024, our dedicated contractor has officially kicked off the road work on Bloomfield Road. Starting at Harlow Avenue, they will be making steady progress through...
Council had a great time at the Cooktown Kindergarten Community Fete
In a proactive effort to ensure community safety, Cook Shire Council recently teamed up with Get Ready Queensland at the Cooktown Kindergarten Community Fete. Our participation at this event focused on sharing vital tips and strategies for staying safe during...
Community voices heard at Portland Road’s Meet and Greet
Portland Roads community recently welcomed Councillor's and Council staff for an engaging meet and greet, where locals gathered with Council to discuss important issues and opportunities for the area. The event fostered a collaborative atmosphere, allowing residents...
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Upcoming Events
19 Oct @ 8:00 am - 3 Nov @ 4:30 pmFree* Dumping Days
19 Oct @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pmFree Aqua Aerobics for Senior’s Month
19 Oct @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pmHigh Tea and a Harpist
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Animals & Pets
Pets and domestic animals can be much-loved members of your household but can also…
Environment and Health
Environmental Health encompasses all aspects of the built and natural environment that can impact human health…
Council Facilities
From workshops and classes, to private weddings and corporate functions.
Cemeteries
For funeral planning information, please contact us. You can view a map of the Cooktown Cemetery here.
Disaster Management
Queensland’s disaster management features groups at the State, District and Local level.
Waste Management
Kerbside Refuse Calendar, Recycling tips, Waster Transfer Stations and more.
Biosecurity
Biosecurity is a targeted effort to prevent, control and recover from the impacts of invasive plants and animals.
Libraries
Cook Shire Council have libraries in Cooktown, Bloomfield, Lakeland, Laura and Coen.
Local Laws
Local Laws govern most of Council’s roles and responsibilities including parking, animal control, overgrown allotments and illegal camping.
Cook Shire is the largest land area shire in Queensland. From the Bloomfield River in the south to just north of the Jardine River, it covers more than 100,000km2 and occupies 80 per cent of Cape York Peninsula.
Cook Shire is a vibrant area, from the main township of Cooktown to smaller outlying communities rich in indigenous history, agriculture, tourism and arts.