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Dog owners encouraged to seize the opportunity to ‘spay the day’

Dog owners encouraged to seize the opportunity to ‘spay the day’

Cook Shire Council is encouraging all dog owners to Spay the Day, with the final round of its successful desexing program for the 2023-24 financial year scheduled to take place from Tuesday, 30 April until Thursday, 2 May 2024. 05 April 2024 - 09:37AM Cook Shire...

Community invited to meet Cook Shire Candidates

Community invited to meet Cook Shire Candidates

As the March local government elections draw near, Cook Shire Council, in collaboration with the Cooktown Chamber of Commerce and Tourism, extends an invitation to the community to meet their local candidates at a special event being held at Cooktown PCYC Events...

Mother’s Day Storytime & Morning Tea

Mother’s Day Storytime & Morning Tea

Celebrate Mother's Day in Cooktown with a heartwarming morning of family fun, storytelling, and creative activities at the Cooktown Library. This special Mother’s Day event for kids and families is the perfect way to spend quality time together in a relaxed, welcoming...

Special Council Meeting

Special Council Meeting

The community is being advised of a special Council meeting. Matters to be tabled at this meeting are considered confidential under Section 254J of the Local Government Regulation 2012, this meeting will occur 9 AM Wednesday 29 April 2026 at Council Chambers,...

Laura Ordinary Council Meeting

Laura Ordinary Council Meeting

Residents are encouraged to attend the upcoming Laura Council Meeting at Laura Town Hall on Tuesday 28 April 2026, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM. This monthly Council meeting is an important opportunity to stay informed, have your say, and connect with local community. It...

Memorable evening with Trent Dalton live-streamed at Cooktown Library

Memorable evening with Trent Dalton live-streamed at Cooktown Library

Cooktown Library recently hosted a special literary event, An Evening with Trent Dalton, bringing together local readers for an engaging and heartfelt experience. Fifteen attendees gathered to enjoy an intimate evening of storytelling, reflection and connection as...