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Drinking water now safe to consume Lakeland residents are being advised that the boil water alert issued on 18 May 2026 has now been lifted. Following the completion of repairs to the Lakeland water treatment system, flushing of the water network, and satisfactory...
The Cooktown Swimming Pool has transitioned to its winter operating hours, continuing to provide residents and visitors with opportunities to stay active and enjoy the facility throughout the cooler months. From Monday to Friday, the pool is open from 6:00am to...
Discover powerful First Nations stories at Cooktown Library this National Reconciliation Week. The Cooktown Library will mark National Reconciliation Week with a special display celebrating First Nations authors and storytellers. Now on display, the vibrant...
Works along the Finch Bay section of the Scenic Rim Walking Trail Restoration Project remain ongoing, with significant progress continuing across the site. To date: The existing sand ladder has been removed Installation of new boardwalk materials is currently underway...
Parents, carers and teachers are encouraged to help young people make the most of this year's Cooktown Careers Expo, proudly hosted by Cooktown P-12 State School, by attending and exploring the wide range of career pathways, training opportunities and local employers...
Cooktown Resilience through Chalk Workshops at the Skate Park. Colour, creativity and community connection will take over the Cooktown Skate Park this July with two free Chalk Workshops designed to bring people together through art, fun and resilience-building...
Community members, families and young people are invited to enjoy two days of imaginative theatre and creative workshops this July as Catbird Theatre visits Cooktown for a special school holiday program. Based on the Sunshine Coast, Catbird Theatre creates original...
Cook Shire is set for a vibrant and action-packed school holiday period, with a wide range of free and low-cost activities running across Cooktown, Coen, Laura, Lakeland and Bloomfield from 29 June to 10 July 2026. Families can look forward to two weeks of fun,...