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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...
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...
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...
Council's Biosecurity team is encouraging the community to remain vigilant and report sick or dead wild birds as part of ongoing surveillance for avian influenza (bird flu). H5 bird flu has recently been detected in Queensland, however there are currently no known...
It starts with dedication, perseverance and the people who make sport part of our community. Across Cook Shire, athletes, teams and sporting contributors achieve remarkable things every year. Now it's time to celebrate them. Nominations are now open for the 36th North...
Community members are advised that contractors will be using the Marton Boat Ramp from Tuesday 4 August for approximately two days to remove derelict vessels from the Endeavour River. The boat ramp will remain open to the public, but the area may be busier than usual...
Cooktown Swimming Pool will remain closed beyond the previously anticipated reopening around 8 August, with the second stage of upgrade works now able to proceed sooner. The pool was expected to reopen briefly between the chlorination system upgrade and surface...