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Cook Shire Council is calling on artists, creatives and cultural organisations to bring their ideas to life, with Round 1 of the Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) opening on Thursday 29 January 2026. Eligible arts and cultural organisations, groups and individuals...
Cook Shire Council recognised outstanding service, leadership and community contribution at the Australia Day Awards and Citizenship Ceremony, held at the Cooktown Shire Hall on Monday 26 January 2026. The ceremony brought together residents, families and...
Cook Shire Council is proud to announce Professor Peter Timms as the 2026 Australia Day Ambassador, as the community comes together to celebrate the Australia Day Awards and Citizenship Ceremony on Monday 26 January 2026 in Cooktown. Professor Timms is a nationally...
Cook Shire Council has today introduced new wheelie bin compliance standards to ensure all bins used across the Shire are built to withstand Cooktown’s intense UV, heat and humidity. Effective immediately, Council will only approve and label wheelie bins that comply...
Cook Shire Council invites tenders from suitably qualified tenderers as described in more detail in Part 5 – Scope. The initial Term of this PSA is two (2) years with the option to extend for a further two (2) extensions of twelve (12) months each. Tender...
Cook Shire Council invites tenders from suitably qualified tenderers as described in more detail in Part 5 – Scope. The initial Term of this PSA is two (2) years with the option to extend for a further two (2) extensions of twelve (12) months each. Tender...
A temporary road closure application has been approved in relation to subdivision infrastructure works associated with a private development project. As a courtesy to residents and road users, the following traffic impacts are being advised in advance. Temporary road...
The Cooktown Pool will reopen to the public tomorrow, Tuesday 19 May 2026, following the recent temporary closure. Thank you to our community for your patience and understanding while required works were completed to ensure the facility is ready for safe community...