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Cook Shire calls on locals to help future-proof disaster planning
Cook Shire residents are being encouraged to help shape the region’s future disaster preparedness, with a series of community workshops taking place this April. The sessions will directly inform new local disaster plans tailored to the unique risks, challenges and...
School Holiday Workshop Update – New Location & Details
Due to low booking numbers in Lakeland, the upcoming Creative Art Workshops on Saturday 11 April have been moved to Cooktown. This event will occur at the Cooktown Events Centre. All materials provided. Children take home their creations. Workshop Schedule...
Public Notice: Cooktown Events Centre Gym Temporary Closure for Maintenance
Please be advised that the Cooktown Events Centre Gym will be closed from 7:30am to midday on Thursday 9 April to allow for scheduled maintenance. Thank you for your patience and understanding while these important works are completed.
Lakeland Housing Infrastructure Project – Survey & Investigation Works
Lakeland community are being advised that consultants engaged by Council will soon commence survey and geotechnical investigation works as part of the Lakeland Housing Infrastructure Project. What to expect: Survey works will take place across the Lakeland area and...
Rossville Family Fun Day set to bring community together these school holidays
Families in Rossville are invited to come together for a free day of fun, connection, and activities at the upcoming Rossville Family Fun Day on Tuesday 14 April 2026. Families in Rossville are invited to come together for a free day of fun, connection, and activities...
Creative business workshops coming to Cooktown
Local creatives, artists and small business owners are invited to take part in two upcoming workshops designed to build confidence and skills in social media and marketing. Held across Saturday 11 April and Sunday 12 April 2026, the Creative Business Workshops will...
Bloomfield / Ayton community invited to shape local recovery and resilience
Bloomfield/ Ayton residents are being invited to take part in an upcoming community recovery and resilience meeting, providing an opportunity to reflect on recent wet season events and help plan for the future. Facilitated by Cook Shire Council’s Community Recovery...
Mayor’s Easter Message to the Cook Shire Community
As the Easter long weekend approaches, Cook Shire Council’s Mayor has shared a message with the community, encouraging everyone to take the opportunity to slow down, stay safe, and enjoy all that the region has to offer. Easter is a special time across Cook Shir,...
Update : Ida Street repairs
Temporary repair works were undertaken on Ida Street this week following the recent culvert failure. Significant rainfall over the past few days has impacted site conditions, particularly ground compaction in the repaired area. The road will now reopen (with...
Cooktown Pontoon: Community Consultation Update
Please be advised that Maritme Safety Queensland (MSQ) has extended the community consultation period for the Cooktown Pontoon until Sunday 12 April 2026. MSQ had originally planned to host community information sessions in late March; however, these sessions were...
April 2026: Roads Ahead
Cook Shire Council’s monthly snapshot of roadworks and travel advice occuring in the weeks ahead.
Disaster recovery grants now available for Cook Shire communities
The Federal and State Governments have announced disaster assistance to support recovery efforts for communities across Queensland impacted by flooding and Tropical Cyclone Narelle. Cook Shire Council is encouraging eligible residents and community organisations in...
Public notice: Temporary closure at Cooktown Swimming Pool – Thursday 2 April 2026
Council advises that the local swimming pool will be closed on Thursday 2 April for an estimated time of an hour due to lawn maintenance. The pool will is expected to be closed from 7:15am - 8:30am and resume normal operating hours thereafter. We appreciate the...
TC Narelle: The Road to Recovery
One week on from Tropical Cyclone Narelle crossing Cape York, Cook Shire Council continues to work alongside the Queensland Government and on-ground partners to respond to the widespread impacts and begin the transition toward recovery. Mayor Cr Robyn Holmes said...
Ida Street: Temporary repairs to commence
Cook Shire Council advises that temporary repair works will commence on Ida Street between Power Street and Parkinson Street from Monday 30 March, following the recent culvert failure. These works are being prioritised to restore safe access as quickly as possible,...
Coen water restrictions lifted
Cook Shire Council advises residents that Level STOP water restrictions in Coen have now been lifted, effective immediately. Following recent recovery efforts, water reserves at the treatment plant have now returned to a safe operating level, allowing restrictions to...