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Cook Shire residents are being encouraged to help shape the region’s future disaster preparedness, with a series of community workshops taking place this April. The sessions will directly inform new local disaster plans tailored to the unique risks, challenges and...
Due to low booking numbers in Lakeland, the upcoming Creative Art Workshops on Saturday 11 April have been moved to Cooktown. This event will occur at the Cooktown Events Centre. All materials provided. Children take home their creations. Workshop Schedule...
Lakeland community are being advised that consultants engaged by Council will soon commence survey and geotechnical investigation works as part of the Lakeland Housing Infrastructure Project. What to expect: Survey works will take place across the Lakeland area and...
Families in Rossville are invited to come together for a free day of fun, connection, and activities at the upcoming Rossville Family Fun Day on Tuesday 14 April 2026. Families in Rossville are invited to come together for a free day of fun, connection, and activities...
ELECTRICAL UPGRADE AT BLOOMFIELD OVAL - DATE CHANGED Please be advised that essential electrical upgrades will take place at Gordon Hickling Oval on Tuesday 19 May - Wednesday 20 May 2026. These works are necessary to improve the reliability and safety of the...
Coen residents are invited to enjoy an evening of fun and friendly competition at the upcoming Coen Community Family Feud Game Night. Teams of familiy and friends will go head-to-head with prizes on offer for the hightest scorers. Even if you’re not competing, come...
Please be advised that a number of Council offices, buildings, and venues will be closed for Labour Day on Monday 4 May 2026. COUNCIL ADMINISTRATION BUILDING CLOSED: Monday 4 May 2026 COOKTOWN WORKS DEPOT CLOSED: Monday 4 May 2026 COOK SHIRE...
Cook Shire Council is continuing to closely monitor Tropical Cyclone Maila, with Mayor Robyn Holmes and Council’s Disaster Management Officer providing a timely update to the community. While the system remains unpredictable, Council and partner agencies have been...