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...
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Calling all Cape York and Torres Strait Island Artists!
Cook Shire Council, in partnership with the Regional Arts Services Network, is pleased to announce that applications are now open to all Cape York and Torres Strait Island artists for the chance to take part in a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to showcase their...
Residents Relieved as Marton Swing Bridge Re-opens Ahead of Wet Season
Cook Shire Council is pleased to announce that with repairs to the approach ramps of the Marton Swing Bridge coming to completion, the bridge is scheduled to reopen in coming days – ahead of the approaching wet season. 25 October 2022 - 12:58PM Pictured left to right...
One-way and a shared pathway as Sherrin Esplanade sets to reopen
Stage 6 of the Revitalisation of Charlotte Street, the upgrade works to Cooktown’s Sherrin Esplanade, are due for completion in the coming weeks, with the road anticipated to be open in September. 12 August 2022 - 10:54AM “Enhanced amenity and access have been key...
Impound 1138
Female, white patchy crossbreed. Picked up on Walker Street Cooktown, on Tuesday 6 May 2026. If she belongs to you please contact Council on 4082 0500 during business hours (8:45 am – 4:45 pm, weekdays) to arrange her release.
Cook Shire Council is heading to the Coen Muster
Cook Shire Council teams will be joining the community at the Coen Muster on Tuesday 12 May 2026 for an afternoon and evening of connection, activities and entertainment. Community members are invited to stop by Council’s disaster information stall during the muster...
Russell Creek Bridge Works – Bloomfield Road
Cook Shire Council advises that essential works will soon commence on Russell Creek Bridge, located on Bloomfield Road. The project involves the replacement of the existing bridge deck to ensure the ongoing safety and reliability of this key transport route. Key...
Cooktown Botanic Gardens set to come alive for 2026 Botanic Gardens Week
A week of creativity, nature, learning and community connection will come to life this May as Cook Shire Council celebrates Botanic Gardens Week 2026 at the Cooktown Botanical Gardens. Running from Monday 18 May to Sunday 24 May 2026, the week offers a diverse program...