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Cook Shire Council passed a historic resolution at yesterday’s February Council Meeting, formally accepting the invitation of the Uluru Statement from the Heart. 01 March 2023 - 03:13PM Cook Shire Council passed a historic resolution at yesterday’s February Council...
Cook Shire Council is proud to recognise those who make a difference in their local community by presenting the 2023 Australia Day Award winners. The awards are held across local governments to celebrate outstanding contributions to community life and active...
Cook Shire Council worked with Queensland Fire and Emergency Services, local businesses and wholesale suppliers to coordinate the delivery of essential supplies to the regional land-locked community of Coen, the Shire’s second-largest township, and northernmost hub....
Cook Shire Council is set to reflect, respect and celebrate on Australia Day with Australia Day Ambassador, Dr Tahnee Bridson. 12 January 2023 - 01:11PM Named Queensland’s Young Australian of the Year in 2022 for her dedication...
Cook Shire Council advises that the Coen water supply will be shut off at 10:00pm tonight as part of preparations for Tropical Cyclone Narelle. This is a precautionary measure to protect infrastructure and maintain water quality during severe weather conditions....
Mayor Robyn Holmes and Inspector Gary Hunter provide the latest 4PM update on Tropical Cyclone Narelle. Residents are strongly urged to stay indoors and shelter in place until the storm system has passed. Conditions are expected to worsen, and it is not safe to be...
Issued: 4.00pm, Thursday 19 March 2026Next update: As the situation changes. Cook Shire Council advises people in the council area to PREPARE NOW for Tropical Cyclone Narelle that is moving towards the Far North Queensland coast, east of Coen. Severe Tropical Cyclone...
Due to Tropical Cyclone Narelle, the Cooktown Pool will close from 4:00pm today, Thursday 19th March, and will remain closed until further notice. All scheduled lessons and activities are cancelled. For catch-up classes, please contact pool staff directly. The...