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...
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Countdown begins: New Cooktown Discovery Festival website launches as excitement builds for 2026
The countdown is officially on. The seven-week countdown to the Cooktown Discovery Festival kicks off tomorrow, Friday 1 May, with the launch of a refreshed festival website—setting the stage for one of Cape York’s most iconic events. Designed to be more vibrant,...
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...
Cooktown set to rock as Kingswood headlines free Discovery Festival concert
Cooktown is gearing up for a party, with ARIA-nominated, multi-platinum Australian band Kingswood locked in to headline the 2026 Cooktown Discovery Festival in a free Saturday night concert. As part of their 2026 national Midnight Mavericks tour, Kingswood will take...
Temporary Road Closure Notice – Hope Street, Cooktown
A temporary road closure application has been approved in relation to subdivision infrastructure works associated with a private development project. As a courtesy to residents and road users, the following traffic impacts are being advised in advance. Temporary road...
Public Notice: Cooktown Swimming Pool reopening Tuesday 19 May 2026
The Cooktown Pool will reopen to the public tomorrow, Tuesday 19 May 2026, following the recent temporary closure. Thank you to our community for your patience and understanding while required works were completed to ensure the facility is ready for safe community...
Impound 1161
Tabby cat. Picked up on Back St, Lakeland on Monday 18 May 2026 If this cat belongs to you please contact Council on 4082 0500 during business hours (8:45 am – 4:45 pm, weekdays) to arrange it's release. Proof of ownership is required for collection.
Lakeland Residents Advised to Boil Drinking Water Until Further Notice
Lakeland residents are advised to boil tap water used for drinking and food preparation until further notice due to equipment failure at the Lakeland water treatment system. As a result, the current water supply is untreated bore water. Council’s Water and Wastewater...



