Keeping staff cost growth below inflation, strengthening cash reserves and securing government funding are key results in Cook Shire Council’s 2025–26 financial statements
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Three Opera Queensland performers sing into handheld microphones on stage, smiling and gesturing beneath vibrant pink and orange lighting.
It’s Bravo! as Opera Queensland comes to Cooktown!
Three Opera Queensland performers sing into handheld microphones on stage, smiling and gesturing beneath vibrant pink and orange lighting.
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RADF funded artworks at the CCAA sculpture garden opening.
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Male, gray cat. Picked up on Walker Street, Cooktown at 9am on Monday 12 October 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...
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Female ridgeback. Picked up Shipton's flat road, Lions Den Hotel on Monday 19 October 2026. If this dog 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...
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Female white and brown Terrier crossbreed. Picked up on Hope Street, Cooktown QLD at 8.10am on Friday 16 October 2026. If this dog 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...
Cook Shire spends $69 million fixing roads while keeping staff costs down
Keeping staff cost growth below inflation, strengthening cash reserves and securing government funding are key results in Cook Shire Council’s 2025–26 financial statements