Media Releases
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Australia Day Awards Nominations
Australia Day Awards Nominations Now Open! It’s time to honor the exceptional individuals and groups that have made a meaningful impact in our region! Nominations for the Australia Day Awards are now open, and we encourage you to show your gratitude by nominating...
Invitation for Tenders TO1624 Track Restoration
Cook Shire Council invites tenders from suitably qualified tenderers for the establishment of a Preferred Supplier Arrangement (PSA) for the supply and delivery of plumbing fittings. Cook Shire Council invites tenders from suitably qualified tenderers for the...
Council to assume direct managment of the Cooktown Events Centre
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...
Furneaux Street Water Main Upgrade
The community is advised that Cook Shire Council will commence upgrading the water main along Furneaux Street (from Hope Street to May Street) from the week commencing 7 October 2024. The community is advised that Cook Shire Council will commence upgrading the water...
Public Holiday Office Closures
Please be advised that a number of Council offices, buildings and venues will be closed on Monday 7 October for the King's Birthday. Council Administration Building Cooktown Works Depot Cook Shire Libraries Cooktown Swimming Pool Nature's Powerhouse All Cook Shire...
Enhancing Biosecurity: A Collaborative Effort Among Local Governments
Cook, Kowanyama, Mareeba, Pormpuraaw, and Carpentaria gathered for their third meeting in a series of five, where regional biosecurity personnel have come together to discuss common themes, share knowledge, and develop a tenure-blind approach to biosecurity issues. We...
Community update events tackled the 3Rs and Water
If you missed our Rubbish, Roads, Rates and Water Community Update events, never fear - we've got you covered! Cook Shire Council recently held two successful "Rubbish, Roads, Rates and Water" community update events, which were attended by 28 engaged...
Temporary Closure Nature’s Powerhouse
Cook Shire Council wishes to inform the community and visitors that construction of a new ablution Cook Shire Council is conducting essential sewer pump station replacement works at Nature’s Powerhouse from Monday 30 September 2024 until Tuesday 10 October 2024....
The long road to recovery: Bloomfield Road repair and reconstruction works to commence
Cook Shire Council is pleased to announce that significant recovery and reconstruction works are now underway along Bloomfield Road, marking a major step forward in the region’s recovery from Tropical Cyclone Jasper and associated flooding. Funding for the project has...
Bloomfield Bridge SMS Flood Alerts
Register now for SMS alerts The Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) is excited to announce the trial of a new SMS flood alert system for the communities of Wujal Wujal, Douglas Shire, and Cook Shire. This initiative aims to keep residents and travellers...
Starke Boat Ramp Ablution block
Cook Shire Council wishes to inform the community and visitors that construction of a new ablution block will commence at the Starke Boat Ramp. The project is scheduled to begin on Monday, 23 September 2024 and is expected to be completed by Friday, 11 October 2024....
Supply & delivery of plumbing fittings (T3024)
Cook Shire Council invites tenders from suitably qualified tenderers for the establishment of a Preferred Supplier Arrangement (PSA) for the supply and delivery of plumbing fittings. Tender documentation may be downloaded from here. Tenders must be lodged by Vendor...
Culvert Construction Cameron Ck Road (T01424)
Cook Shire Council invites tenders from suitably qualified tenderers for the construction of a large culvert crossing and associated detouring provisions on Cameron Creek Road at CH. 5.27 km. Tender documentation may be downloaded from here. Tenders must be lodged by...
Roofing Works Creative Arts Building (T02727)
Cook Shire Council invites tenders from suitably qualified tenderers for repairs to the roof structure at the Creative Arts Building, located at 97 Charlotte Street, Cooktown. Tender documentation may be downloaded from here. Tenders must be lodged by Vendor Panel by...
Impound 903
Impound No: 903 Date and location Found: 18 September Boundary Street, Cooktown. Description: Female, brown, Bull Arab crossbreed.Â
Impound 902
Impound No: 902 Date and location Found: 16 September Hogg Street, Cooktown. Description: Male, tan, Bull Arab crossbreed.Â