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Community invited to meet Cook Shire Candidates
As the March local government elections draw near, Cook Shire Council, in collaboration with the Cooktown Chamber of Commerce and Tourism, extends an invitation to the community to meet their local candidates at a special event being held at Cooktown PCYC Events...
Flood damaged waste disposal
We wish to inform all residents that flood damage waste will continue to be accepted at the Waste Transfer Stations in Ayton and Cooktown until Sunday, 25 February 2024. 15 February 2024 - 04:15PM We wish to inform all residents that flood damage waste will continue...
You’re Invited: Community Recovery Forums
Join us as we embark on a journey of resilience and renewal. Cook Shire Council invites you to be a part of our community's recovery process at our upcoming series of Community Forums. 13 February 2024 - 04:27PM These forums serve as crucial hubs for information...
The Road to Recovery: Cook Shire seeks community feedback after TC Jasper Floods
In the wake of the devastating impact of the flooding events following Tropical Cyclone Jasper, Cook Shire Council is formally announcing our transition from immediate disaster response to long-term recovery efforts, by hosting a series of Community Recovery Forums....
Upgrade works to Kiosk at William Daku Park
We wish to inform all residents that flood damage waste will continue to be accepted at the Waste Transfer Stations in Ayton and Cooktown until Sunday, 25 February 2024. 15 February 2024 - 04:15PM Please be advised that works to install a shade structure to the...
Cattle Creek Bridge – Reduced Speed
Changes to the speed limit of cattle Creek Bridge 08 February 2024 - 11:59AM We have been advised that the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) is about to change the speed limit on Cattle Creek Bridge, north of Laura on the Peninsula Developmental...
Ayton Waste Transfer Station
Temporary operating hours in the wake of TC Jasper 02 February 2024 - 14:50PM As the community moves from clean-up and response towards recovery, data indicates that a number of people using the Ayton Waste Transfer facility has returned to pre-flood numbers. With...
Cook Shire announces funding to strengthen and support flood hit communities
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 01 February 2024 - 02:23PM Following the significant flooding events triggered by Tropical Cyclone Jasper in December 2023, that inundated more than 140 residences in the southern parts of Cook Shire, Council is taking decisive steps to bolster...
Cook shire announces 2024 Australia day ambassador
Cook Shire Council proudly introduces Justine Christerson, the founder of "Breaking down the barriers for rural patients in city hospitals," as the esteemed Australia Day Ambassador for 2024. 17 January 2024 - 03:16PM Cook Shire Council proudly introduces Justine...
Ayton Waste Transfer Station
Temporary operating hours in the wake of TC Jasper 10 January 2024 - 12:58PM Please be advised that, until the end of January 2024 the Ayton Waste Transfer Station will be open to the public on Wednesday and Saturdays for extended hours from 10am until 4pm....
Cyclone Jasper: Free Dump Day
Get Ready Cook Shire! Cyclone Jasper (might) be on its way. Get your yard cyclone ready with FREE dumping of pre-sorted domestic waste, this Saturday (Lakeland and Ayton) and Sunday (Cooktown & Coen) the 9 and 10 December 2023.
Cooktown Water Supply
19 December 2023 - 05:12PM Due to the extensive rain and flood damage sustained to the Annan Water Treatment plant, Council Council will be swapping onto an alternate bore water supply for Cooktown on Wednesday 20 December 2023 from 7am. With this in mind, it is...
Temporary Office Closures | Thursday 7 December 2023
27 November 2023 - 03:51PM Cook Shire Council wishes to advise you of the following changes to the regular operational hours for all Council offices, venues and facilities for Thursday 7 December 2023. The pool will be closed from 12 pm - 6 pm. Nature's Powerhouse...
Keep Cool in Coen These School Holidays
Free fun and games for all ages in Coen these school holidays. These school holidays we've partnered with the team from Apunipima to bring you a jam-packed schedule of fun and games for all ages in Coen. Fun, free and all-inclusive, there's also a heap of prizes...
Survey says: Cook Shire’s community scorecard Shapes Council’s to-do list
Cook Shire Council unveils its 2023 MARKYT Community Scorecard report, paving the way for a comprehensive campaign that resonates with community feedback and prioritizes initiatives aligning with residents' needs. 29 January 2024 - 10:14AM The recently released...
2023 Christmas Closures
Cook Shire Council wishes to advise you of the following changes in our normal operating hours over the festive season. Thank you for your support throughout 2023. Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and a safe and Happy New Year!