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Council and the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) Rangers will be conducting a controlled burn along designated firebreaks on Tuesday, 6 May 2025. This proactive measure is aimed at reducing fuel loads in preparation for a series of planned burns scheduled...
The auction will take place at Cook Shire Council's Waster Transfer Station MacMillan St Cooktown on Monday 12 May 2025. Vehicles can be viewed from 9am, auction commences at 9.15am sharp. LOT 84 - 2003 TOYOTA PRADO WAGON LOT 87 - 2000 TOYOTA PRADO WAGON LOT 89 -...
Mayor Robyn Holmes provided important insights and updates from this week's Ordinary Council meeting. The agenda can be reviewed with the meeting minutes available in the coming days. You can find them here
Got questions about the new Bin Labelling Program? We’ve got answers. Council’s Trash Talk events are hitting the streets, and we’re here to help you get your bin sorted! These informal pop-up stalls are your chance to speak directly with Council officers about...
Cook Shire Council is inviting community members to attend a special 2025–26 Budget and Community Update session on Wednesday 16 July from 5:30 PM at the Cooktown Events Centre. This event is an opportunity for the community to gain valuable insight into how Council’s...
Cook Shire Council is proud to celebrate the achievements of Connor Morgan, our talented Apprentice Diesel Fitter, who has been named a finalist in the Apprentice of the Year category at the 2025 Cairns Trade Excellence Awards, hosted by TAFE Queensland. With more...
From Tuesday 1 July 2025, Cook Shire Council’s bin labelling program will officially come into effect. That means from tomorrow, if your bin isn't compliant or clearly labelled, it may not be collected on your next scheduled kerbside collection day. Now is the perfect...
Mayor Robyn Holmes provided important insights and updates from this week's Ordinary Council meeting. The agenda can be reviewed with the meeting minutes available in the coming days. You can find them here