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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...
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...
Cook Shire Council Mayor Peter Scott expressed his heartfelt gratitude and respect for retiring CEO Linda Cardew at the July Ordinary Council Meeting – Mrs. Cardew’s last ahead of her retirement – held on Tuesday 26 July 2022. 27 July 2022 - 12:08PM “Mrs. Cardew’s...
Cook Shire Council has tabled a preliminary business case that addresses the need for aged care services through a regional partnership of three neighbouring Councils: Cook Shire, Hope Vale Aboriginal Shire and Wujal Wujal Aboriginal Shire. 08 July 2022 - 12:11PM...
Tabby cat. Picked up on Back St, Lakeland on Monday 18 May 2026 If this cat belongs to you please contact Council on 4082 0500 during business hours (8:45 am – 4:45 pm, weekdays) to arrange it's release. Proof of ownership is required for collection.
Lakeland residents are advised to boil tap water used for drinking and food preparation until further notice due to equipment failure at the Lakeland water treatment system. As a result, the current water supply is untreated bore water. Council’s Water and Wastewater...
Cook Shire Council advises that the Cooktown Pool is temporarily closed due to water quality results being outside approved guidelines. This temporary closure will allow Council to complete the necessary processes to support the safe re-opening of pool. Water samples...
Whether it’s a set of keys left poolside, a forgotten jumper at the library, or a misplaced phone at the Events Centre, Cook Shire Council is making it easier for residents and visitors to reconnect with belongings lost at Council facilities. Council has a clear and...