Cook Shire Council unveils its 2023 MARKYT Community Scorecard report, paving the way for a comprehensive campaign that resonates with community feedback and prioritizes initiatives aligning with residents' needs. 29 January 2024 - 10:14AM The recently released...
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Council Offers Financial Incentives to Boost Housing Growth in Cook Shire
Cook Shire Council has adopted a proactive new policy aimed at increasing housing developments and new home builds in the region. 15 August COOKTOWN Cook Shire Council has adopted a proactive new policy aimed at increasing housing developments and new home builds in...
Cook Shire Adopts Responsible 2023-24 Budget
Cook Shire councillors adopted a responsible budget aimed at keeping costs low for ratepayers and reducing excess spending at a special meeting on 27 June 2023. 03 July 2023 - 02:30PM The 2023-24 budget took into account the current economic climate with escalating...
Cook Shire Council Adopts its Inaugural Reconciliation Action Plan (Rap)
Ahead of Reconciliation Week (27 May - 3 June), Cook Shire Council has made formal its continued commitment to Reconciliation by adopting its first Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). 26 May 2023 - 10:10AM Cook Shire Council has made formal its continued commitment to...
Cook Shire show day | Public holiday closures
Please be advised that a number of Council offices, buildings, and venues will be closed on Friday 26 June 2026 due to the Cook Shire Show public holiday for the Laura Campdraft and Rodeo Weekend. List of closures: Council Administration Building Cooktown Works Depot...
Invitation for Tenders T07425 Construction (Shire Hall update)
Cook Shire Council invites tenders from suitably qualified and licensed tenderers for the construction of a new ablution block, covered access pathway, ramp and carpark works at the Shire Hall, Cooktown, as described in more detail in Part 5 – Scope. Tender...
Get All in with flavour at Nature’s Powerhouse
Nature’s Powerhouse Café is serving up a unique celebration of culture, flavour, and local ingredients this National Reconciliation Week, with a limited-edition menu inspired by native Australian bush foods. Available from Wednesday 27 May until 3 June (or until sold...
Stories That Shaped Us to bring the community together during Reconciliation Week
Community members are invited to come together during National Reconciliation Week 2026 for Stories That Shaped Us — a community-led event and exhibition celebrating stories, memories, culture and connection across Cook Shire. Coordinated by Gungarde Community Centre...

