Cook Shire is pleased to announce the launch of two new funding opportunities aimed at bolstering community security and fostering environmental innovation within the region. 27 March 2024 - 03:07PM The Cook Shire Security Upgrade...
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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...
The Road to Recovery: Cook Shire seeks community feedback after TC Jasper Floods
In the wake of the devastating impact of the flooding events following Tropical Cyclone Jasper, Cook Shire Council is formally announcing our transition from immediate disaster response to long-term recovery efforts, by hosting a series of Community Recovery Forums....
Cook Shire announces funding to strengthen and support flood hit communities
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 01 February 2024 - 02:23PM Following the significant flooding events triggered by Tropical Cyclone Jasper in December 2023, that inundated more than 140 residences in the southern parts of Cook Shire, Council is taking decisive steps to bolster...
Disaster recovery grants now available for Cook Shire communities
The Federal and State Governments have announced disaster assistance to support recovery efforts for communities across Queensland impacted by flooding and Tropical Cyclone Narelle. Cook Shire Council is encouraging eligible residents and community organisations in...
Public notice: Temporary closure at Cooktown Swimming Pool – Thursday 2 April 2026
Council advises that the local swimming pool will be closed on Thursday 2 April for an estimated time of an hour due to lawn maintenance. The pool will is expected to be closed from 7:15am - 8:30am and resume normal operating hours thereafter. We appreciate the...
TC Narelle: The Road to Recovery
One week on from Tropical Cyclone Narelle crossing Cape York, Cook Shire Council continues to work alongside the Queensland Government and on-ground partners to respond to the widespread impacts and begin the transition toward recovery. Mayor Cr Robyn Holmes said...
Ida Street: Temporary repairs to commence
Cook Shire Council advises that temporary repair works will commence on Ida Street between Power Street and Parkinson Street from Monday 30 March, following the recent culvert failure. These works are being prioritised to restore safe access as quickly as possible,...