by Stephanie Hook | Mar 5, 2026 | News, Public Notices
Free sandbags are now available to residents in Cooktown, Ayton, Rossville, Bloomfield and Helenvale as a low-pressure system off the coast continues to bring rainfall across the region. The system is currently producing showers and periods of rain, with further...
by Stephanie Hook | Mar 4, 2026 | Public Notices
Council advises that the local swimming pool will be closed on Friday 6 March from 8:30am to 3:00pm due to the Endeavour Christian College Swimming Carnival. The pool will reopen to the public from 3:00pm and resume normal operating hours thereafter. We appreciate the...
by Stephanie Hook | Mar 2, 2026 | News
Cook Shire Council has successfully completed an essential food resupply to the remote community of Coen, delivering 3,301 kilograms of vital goods on Friday 27 February 2026. The coordinated effort ensured shelves were restocked with key food items, supporting...
by Stephanie Hook | Mar 2, 2026 | Public Notices
Council advises that a contractor will commence works on Tuesday 3 March in the Ayton Library area to replace the sewer line. A site meeting will be held tomorrow (Tuesday 3 March) to determine whether the works will impact Ayton Library opening hours. Further updates...
by Stephanie Hook | Feb 26, 2026 | News
Cooktown is set to welcome the Arthur Beetson Future Immortals Tour, offering young rugby league players an exciting opportunity to develop their skills, meet elite ambassadors, and take part in fun games and community activities. Thursday 12 March – Youth Coaching...
