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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...
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....
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...
Cook Shire Council proudly introduces Justine Christerson, the founder of "Breaking down the barriers for rural patients in city hospitals," as the esteemed Australia Day Ambassador for 2024. 17 January 2024 - 03:16PM Cook Shire Council proudly introduces Justine...
The Cooktown Botanic Gardens came alive on Sunday 24 May, as locals and visitors gathered to celebrate Botanic Gardens Day 2026, wrapping up a successful week of community events, workshops and activities. With beautiful sunshine overhead, the gardens were filled with...
Families and young children are invited to enjoy a relaxed morning of stories, songs and outdoor fun at the upcoming Teddy Bear Picnic hosted by the Cook Shire Council Libraries. Set amongst the beautiful surrounds of the Cooktown Botanic Gardens, the free community...
The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) has advised that they will be carrying out inspections of the Mungumby Creek bridge on Shiptons Flat Road and the Myall Creek and Coen River bridges on the Peninsula Developmental Road (PDR). These inspections are part...
Please be advised that as part of the events, installations, and festivities for Discovery Festival 2026, temporary road closures will be in place at the below listed times and locations: SHERRIN ESPLANADE Details: From Bowls Club to Bicentennial Park for...