Cook Shire Council resolved at its September 24 Council meeting that Council resume management of the Cooktown Events. This decision will allow Council to adapt the facility to accommodate the growing needs of the community.
Cook Shire Council resolved at its September 24 Council meeting that Council resume management of the Cooktown Events Centre. This decision will allow Council to adapt the facility to accommodate the growing needs of the community.
Mayor Robyn Holmes highlighted the unique opportunity this presents for Council to meet community needs and increase programming, improve access, and enhance services at the Centre. “This decision reflects Council’s commitment to providing facilities and services that benefit our evolving community. By resuming management of the Cooktown Events Centre, we are well-positioned to create more flexibility in how the facility is used and deliver diverse activities and services that better serve our residents and visitors,” Mayor Holmes said.
The Cooktown Events Centre is also crucial in the region’s disaster management strategy, operating as a hub to support the community during emergencies. By managing the Centre directly, Council enhances its capability to deliver disaster preparedness and response.
“Council would like to thank the Queensland Police Citizens Youth Welfare Association (PCYC) for their long term commitment, dedicated service and contributions to our community. We will continue to work closely with PCYC over the coming months as the handover progresses to ensure a smooth transition.”
Mayor Holmes acknowledges that since opening in 2011, the Cooktown Events Centre has been a focal point for sports, recreation, and events. Council is committed to ensuring its continued success. “Council would like to thank the Queensland Police Citizens Youth Welfare Association (PCYC) for their long term commitment, dedicated service and contributions to our community. We will continue to work closely with PCYC over the coming months as the handover progresses to ensure a smooth transition.”
Council is committed to making the handover as seamless as possible and is working through a number of priority items, including ensuring continued access for gym members.
Further updates on the transition, including programming and facility use changes, will be communicated over the coming months.
For more information, please contact Cook Shire Council by phoning (07) 4082 0500 or emailing mail@cook.qld.gov.au