Please be advised that Cook Shire Council offices, buildings, and venues will be closed on Monday 26 January 2026 for the Australia Day public holiday.
Closed facilities include:
Council Administration Building
Cooktown Events Centre (24-hour gym remains available)
Cooktown Works Depot
Cooktown Swimming Pool
Cook Shire Libraries
Cooktown Waste Transfer Station
Nature’s Powerhouse
For all Council emergencies, please phone 4082 0500 and wait on the line for the after-hours service.
Council thanks the community for their understanding and wishes everyone a safe and enjoyable Australia Day.