Public Notice: Splash Park Temporary Closure

Public Notice: Splash Park Temporary Closure

Cook Shire Council wishes to advise residents and visitors that the William Daku Splash Park will be temporarily closed from 7:30am tomorrow, Tuesday 2 December 2025, to allow for urgent water leak repairs. What’s Happening Council crews, in partnership with the...
Funding secured for more solar savings in Cook Shire

Funding secured for more solar savings in Cook Shire

Cook Shire Council is pleased to announce it has been awarded funding through the Australian Government’s Solar for Public Facilities Program, enabling major solar upgrades at two important community facilities — the Cooktown Events Centre and Bloomfield Hall. Under...
Council adopts 2024–25 Annual Report

Council adopts 2024–25 Annual Report

At its Ordinary Council Meeting on Tuesday 25 November 2025, Cook Shire Council formally adopted its 2024–25 Annual Report, outlining Council’s performance, achievements, and financial position for the 2024–25 financial year. The Annual Report highlights strong...
December 2025: Roads Ahead

December 2025: Roads Ahead

The December 2025 program includes DRFA flood damage repairs and civil works across the Shire.   DRFA WORKS SCHEDULE Ongoing until early December Shiptons Flat/Mungumby Road Lakefield Road Southwell Road Keatings Lagoon Battle Camp Road/Isabella pipe replacement*...