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Council to assume direct managment of the Cooktown Events Centre
Cook Shire Council resolved at its September 24 Council meeting that Council resume management of the Cooktown Events. This decision will allow Council to adapt the facility to accommodate the growing needs of the community. Cook Shire Council resolved at its...
The long road to recovery: Bloomfield Road repair and reconstruction works to commence
Cook Shire Council is pleased to announce that significant recovery and reconstruction works are now underway along Bloomfield Road, marking a major step forward in the region’s recovery from Tropical Cyclone Jasper and associated flooding. Funding for the project has...
Council to address the ‘Three Rs’ at community update events
Cook Shire Council is inviting all residents and stakeholders to attend either of two community update events taking place at the Cooktown Shire Hall on Tuesday 10 and 17 September 2024 at 4:30 pm. These update events will focus on key areas of rubbish services, road...
Cook Shire Libraries June/ July school holiday program
Cook Shire Libraries are set to bring colour, creativity and culture to the June–July school holidays with a vibrant program of hands-on activities across Cooktown, Lakeland and Bloomfield. Running over two weeks, the sessions will include craft, storytelling-style...
Laura Family Fun Day brings free school holiday fun for families!
Laura Family Fun Day brings free school holiday fun for families. Get ready for a deadly day packed with heaps of free school holiday fun for the whole family at the Laura Family Fun Day on Tuesday 30 June from 10:00am to 1:00pm. Bring the whole family along for an...
Free school holiday fun returns to Coen!
Free School Holiday Fun Returns to Coen! Get ready for a week of free fun, games and activities these school holidays in Coen! From Monday 29 June to Friday 3 July, children and families can enjoy a fantastic lineup of activities including library fun, soccer,...
School holiday fun coming to Cooktown Events Centre
The Cooktown Events Centre is set to come alive these June–July school holidays with a packed program of activities, workshops, movies and creative experiences for local families and young people. From drop-in sports sessions and movie afternoons to hands-on art...



