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Cooktown Discovery Festival held 14-16 June 2024, has concluded with resounding success, celebrating the rich history, adventure, and culture of Cooktown and Cape York. 19 June 2024 - 10:01AM Cooktown Discovery Festival held 14-16 June 2024, has concluded with...
Cook Shire Council is excited to announce the Cooktown Discovery Festival, taking place from 14-16 June 2024. 23 May 2024 - 02:02PM Cook Shire Council is excited to announce the Cooktown Discovery Festival, taking place from 14-16 June 2024. An annual festival...
Cook Shire Council welcomes $920,000 in funding from the Australian Government to support critical conservation projects outlined in our Reef Action Plan. 22 May 2024 - 02:56PM Cook Shire Council welcomes $920,000 in funding from the Australian Government to support...
Cook Shire Council is pleased to announce the approval of more than $4.7 million in funding for significant upgrades to Cameron Creek Road, a critical project set to enhance connectivity and safety for the residents of Cooktown and surrounding areas. 08 May 2024 -...
Cook Shire Council’s monthly snapshot of roadworks and travel advice occuring in the weeks ahead.
Please be advised that the Cooktown Splash Park remains closed while essential maintenance works are carried out. Updates will be provided once the maintence is complete and the Splash Park is ready to reopen. Thank you for your understanding and patience while...
Helicopter Operations Resume This Week for Scenic Rim Trail Restoration Cook Shire Council advises residents and visitors that helicopter operations will resume Monday 29 June to Wednesday 1 July (inclusive), weather permitting, as restoration works continue on the...
Cook Shire Council advises that the speed limit on Quarantine Bay Road will be reduced to 60 km/h following an independent road safety assessment. The new 60 km/h speed limit will apply from the Mulligan Highway intersection through to Walker Bay Road, where the speed...