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Community spirit, resilience, and outstanding achievements were celebrated at Cook Shire Council’s Australia Day Awards event. Australia Day Ambassador Kevin Hughes BM OAM joined the celebrations, sharing his inspiring journey of service and resilience. Mayor Robyn...
Cook Shire Council is delighted to announce Kevin Hughes BM OAM as the 2025 Australia Day Ambassador.Mr Hughes, (pictured left) a distinguished veteran and passionate advocate for environmental conservation, will join us on 26 January for our Australia Day Awards. The...
Cook Shire Council is excited to announce the appointment of Stephen Wishart as the new Manager of the Cooktown Events Centre. Stephen brings extensive experience in community engagement and facility management as demonstrated by his leadership roles in Belgravia...
At Council's Ordinary Council meeting on Tuesday 26 November 2024, Cook Shire Council formally adopted its 2023–24 Annual Report. The report highlights Council’s commitment to responsible financial management while navigating the unique challenges of a small ratepayer...
The wait is nearly over! After a few weeks closed, the Cooktown Swimming Pool is getting ready to welcome the community back — and what better way to reopen than with a BIG day of free fun! On Saturday 19 September, the Cooktown Swimming Pool will officially reopen...
Free afternoon workshop, live local music and a whole lot of country fun are coming to the Cooktown Shire Hall. Dust off your dancing boots and get ready to kick up your heels — Bootz n Beatz is bringing a foot-stomping night of line dancing, live music and country...
Council has been notified that Telstra will be carrying out maintenance on our network to repair a damaged section of fibre cable that provides services to Coen. Mobile and other services in the area will be temporarily disrupted while the maintenance works are...
Please be advised that the Cooktown Splash Park is back open. Thank you for your patience while repairs were carried out.