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Coen Deadly Fitness Challenge
Want to fire up your health and fitness in 2023? Then join our fun, free Deadly Fitness Challenge this February and March! Want to be fitter, faster, stronger, healthier and more deadly in 2023 AND be in the chance to win some amazing prizes? Then grab a friend and...
Enjoy La Dolce Vita at Nature’s Powerhouse
Nature's Powerhouse is bringing la dolce vita (the sweet life) to Cooktown this February for the second event of their 2023 special dinner series. 22 June 2023 - 10:16AM
Cook Shire Announces 2023 Australia Day Award Winners
Cook Shire Council is proud to recognise those who make a difference in their local community by presenting the 2023 Australia Day Award winners. The awards are held across local governments to celebrate outstanding contributions to community life and active...
Enrol Now | 2023 Term 1 Swimming Lessons
Enrolments are now open for term 1 of swimming lessons at the Cooktown Swimming Pool. Classes commence on Monday 23 January 2023! 02 July 2024 - 12:13PM Places are strictly limited so enrolment is essential. Please call or visit the Cooktown Swimming Pool on 4069 6928...
As Coen Receives a Resupply, Council Urges Communities to ‘Get Ready!’
Cook Shire Council worked with Queensland Fire and Emergency Services, local businesses and wholesale suppliers to coordinate the delivery of essential supplies to the regional land-locked community of Coen, the Shire’s second-largest township, and northernmost hub....
Installation Of Boulder Barriers Adjacent To Coen Oval
Permanent boulder barriers to be installed on the track at the southern end of Coen Oval from Monday 20 February 2023. 09 May 2023 - 12:32PM Please be advised that boulder barriers will be installed east of the Mungkan Street, Great Northern Road junction, at each end...
Cook Shire Announces 2023 Australia Day Ambassador, Dr Tahnee Bridson
Cook Shire Council is set to reflect, respect and celebrate on Australia Day with Australia Day Ambassador, Dr Tahnee Bridson. 12 January 2023 - 01:11PM Named Queensland’s Young Australian of the Year in 2022 for her dedication...
Calling all Cape York and Torres Strait Island Artists!
Cook Shire Council, in partnership with the Regional Arts Services Network, is pleased to announce that applications are now open to all Cape York and Torres Strait Island artists for the chance to take part in a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to showcase their...
Residents Relieved as Marton Swing Bridge Re-opens Ahead of Wet Season
Cook Shire Council is pleased to announce that with repairs to the approach ramps of the Marton Swing Bridge coming to completion, the bridge is scheduled to reopen in coming days – ahead of the approaching wet season. 25 October 2022 - 12:58PM Pictured left to right...
One-way and a shared pathway as Sherrin Esplanade sets to reopen
Stage 6 of the Revitalisation of Charlotte Street, the upgrade works to Cooktown’s Sherrin Esplanade, are due for completion in the coming weeks, with the road anticipated to be open in September. 12 August 2022 - 10:54AM “Enhanced amenity and access have been key...
Sailing Off on a High: Cook Shire Ceo Bid a Heartfelt Farewell
Cook Shire Council Mayor Peter Scott expressed his heartfelt gratitude and respect for retiring CEO Linda Cardew at the July Ordinary Council Meeting – Mrs. Cardew’s last ahead of her retirement – held on Tuesday 26 July 2022. 27 July 2022 - 12:08PM “Mrs. Cardew’s...
Cape Councils Push to get Regional Aged-care Addressed
Cook Shire Council has tabled a preliminary business case that addresses the need for aged care services through a regional partnership of three neighbouring Councils: Cook Shire, Hope Vale Aboriginal Shire and Wujal Wujal Aboriginal Shire. 08 July 2022 - 12:11PM...
Moderate and Realistic 2022-23 Budget for Cook
In response to the ongoing challenges faced by our community following the aftermath of Tropical Cyclone Jasper, Cook Shire Council announces the implementation of the TC Jasper and Associated Rainfall and Flooding Policy. 29 February 2024 - 04:06PM The yearly Budget...
Curtain Closes on Cooktown’s 2022 Discovery Festival
The 2022 Cooktown Discovery Festival lived up to its name this weekend, as community members, special guests, visitors and stakeholders came together to celebrate, discover – and rediscover – some of what makes Cooktown and life on the Cape so great. 21 June 2022 -...
Bowls of Goodness as Council Awards Kiosk Lease to Cooktown Favourite
Cook Shire Council has awarded the lease of the waterfront kiosk at William Daku Park in Cooktown to food van vendor and small business owner, Bek Stewart of Bektopia. 10 June 2022 - 02:26PM Cook Shire Council has awarded the lease of the waterfront kiosk at...
Cook Shire Announces Incoming Ceo
With current Cook Shire CEO Linda Cardew due to retire in the coming months, Cook Shire Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Brian Joiner to the role of Chief Executive Officer following his endorsement at the May ordinary council meeting. 02 June 2022...