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...
Cooktown Splash Park | Scheduled maintenance.
Please be advised that the Cooktown Splash Park will be closed on Tuesday 23 June 2026 at 6:30am to 12:00pm for scheduled maintenance. Thank you for your understanding while these works take place.
Scenic Rim Walking Trail and Finch Bay Access Update
Works associated with the Scenic Rim Walking Trail project, including the new path and access improvements at Finch Bay, are progressing through the final stages of delivery, with final inspections and project completion activities currently underway. As a result, the...
What’s Happening Around the Shire? Join the Mayor and CEO at Discovery Festival.
From local roads and community projects to childcare, the Cooktown Hospital redevelopment and more, there's plenty happening across Cook Shire. Join Mayor Robyn Holmes and CEO Brian Joiner at the Cooktown Discovery Festival for a relaxed on-stage conversation about...
Local student wins Careers Expo prize draw!
Congratulations to Cooktown State School student, Xania Gordon who was drawn as the winner of the "Spin in and Win with Council" activity at the recent Cooktown Careers Expo. Xania, a Year 11 student, was randomly selected as the winner of a pair of Apple AirPods 4...