by Kristina Olsen | May 8, 2026 | News
As part of National Reconciliation Week 2026, the community is invited to come together in Laura for a free evening of music, food, family fun and connection at the Laura Community Hall on Thursday 28 May from 6pm. Celebrated nationally each year, National...
by Kristina Olsen | May 8, 2026 | Public Notices
Community is advised that public access to Finch Bay Beach is temporarily closed in the interest of public safety as part of the Scenic Rim Walking Trail Restoration Project. While the beach itself has not been directly impacted, the official access tracks at both...
by Kristina Olsen | May 7, 2026 | Media Releases, News
Cook Shire Council is taking an innovative approach to tackling water loss… Danny the leak detection dog and his handler set to arrive in the region this May, bringing technology typically used in major city networks to remote communities. “This is the kind of...
by Kristina Olsen | May 7, 2026 | News, Public Notices
Works associated with the Cooktown Waterfront CCTV Safety Initiative are scheduled to commence on Tuesday 12 May and are expected to continue throughout the remainder of the month. During this period, community members may notice increased activity in the area,...
by Kristina Olsen | May 5, 2026 | News
Cook Shire Council advises that essential works will soon commence on Russell Creek Bridge, located on Bloomfield Road. The project involves the replacement of the existing bridge deck to ensure the ongoing safety and reliability of this key transport route. Key...
