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Families invited to enjoy Teddy Bear Picnic in the Botanic Gardens

Families invited to enjoy Teddy Bear Picnic in the Botanic Gardens

by Stephanie Hook | May 28, 2026 | News

Families and young children are invited to enjoy a relaxed morning of stories, songs and outdoor fun at the upcoming Teddy Bear Picnic hosted by the Cook Shire Council Libraries. Set amongst the beautiful surrounds of the Cooktown Botanic Gardens, the free community...
Invitation for Tenders T07425 Construction (Shire Hall update)

Invitation for Tenders T07425 Construction (Shire Hall update)

by Stephanie Hook | May 27, 2026 | News, Tenders

Cook Shire Council invites tenders from suitably qualified and licensed tenderers for the construction of a new ablution block, covered access pathway, ramp and carpark works at the Shire Hall, Cooktown, as described in more detail in Part 5 – Scope. Tender...
Young gardeners get hands-on at Pot a Plant Workshop

Young gardeners get hands-on at Pot a Plant Workshop

by Stephanie Hook | May 21, 2026 | News, Public Notices

Young gardeners got their hands dirty this week as around 20 children took part in the popular Pot Up a Plant workshop at the Cooktown Botanic Gardens Nursery as part of Botanic Gardens Week 2026. The hands-on afternoon session gave participants the opportunity to...
Invitation for Tenders T07525 PSA Inspection and maintenance of lifting and height safety equipment

Invitation for Tenders T07525 PSA Inspection and maintenance of lifting and height safety equipment

by Stephanie Hook | May 20, 2026 | News, Tenders

Cook Shire Council invites tenders from suitably qualified tenderers as described in more detail in Part 5 – Scope. The initial Term of this PSA is two (2) years with the option to extend for a further two (2) extensions of twelve (12) months each. Tender...
Invitation for Tenders T06725 PSA Supply and delivery of ready-mix concrete products

Invitation for Tenders T06725 PSA Supply and delivery of ready-mix concrete products

by Stephanie Hook | May 20, 2026 | News, Tenders

Cook Shire Council invites tenders from suitably qualified tenderers as described in more detail in Part 5 – Scope. The initial Term of this PSA is two (2) years with the option to extend for a further two (2) extensions of twelve (12) months each. Tender...
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