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A new free weekly youth activity is launching in Cooktown this term, offering young people a chance to get active, connect with friends, and experience a traditional Aboriginal game that’s as fast as it is fun. The Youth Drop-In Edor sessions will begin on Friday 10...
The recent school holiday event in Laura provided a fantastic opportunity for the community to come together, enjoy a fun family day, and learn about the importance of disaster preparedness ahead of the upcoming season. Delivered by Cook Shire Council in partnership...
Under section 254C of the Local Government Regulation 2012, the community is being advised of a Special Meeting of Council to be held at 9:00 am on Tuesday 14 October 2025 at Council’s Main Administration Building located at 10 Furneaux Street, Cooktown. Business to...
Cook Shire Council is encouraging residents to roll up their sleeves ahead of storm season, with the launch of the Get Ready! Yard Clean Up Competition and almost $2,000 in practical prizes up for grabs. The competition, which runs from 3 October to 17 November 2025,...
A new free weekly youth activity is launching in Cooktown this term, offering young people a chance to get active, connect with friends, and experience a traditional Aboriginal game that’s as fast as it is fun. The Youth Drop-In Edor sessions will begin on Friday 10...
The recent school holiday event in Laura provided a fantastic opportunity for the community to come together, enjoy a fun family day, and learn about the importance of disaster preparedness ahead of the upcoming season. Delivered by Cook Shire Council in partnership...
Under section 254C of the Local Government Regulation 2012, the community is being advised of a Special Meeting of Council to be held at 9:00 am on Tuesday 14 October 2025 at Council’s Main Administration Building located at 10 Furneaux Street, Cooktown. Business to...
Cook Shire Council is encouraging residents to roll up their sleeves ahead of storm season, with the launch of the Get Ready! Yard Clean Up Competition and almost $2,000 in practical prizes up for grabs. The competition, which runs from 3 October to 17 November 2025,...