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...
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Council Monitoring TC Maila: Be alert, but not alarmed
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...
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Discovery Festival Float Registrations Now Open
The much anticipated Cooktown Discovery Festival Regional Street Parade is set to return in 2026, bringing colour, creativity and community spirit to the streets. This year’s theme, “Discover Our Culture”, invites participants to celebrate the rich and diverse...
Vet visiting Coen next week for Healthy Dogs program
Continuing our commitment to improving animal welfare and community safety in Coen, a visiting veterinarian is set to deliver free services next Wednesday and Thursday (22 & 23 April 2026) as part of the Healthy Dogs program. Funded through the Healthy Dogs,...
Cook Shire producers now eligible for disaster recovery grants
Cook Shire primary producers impacted by the recent Tropical Cyclone Narelle and flooding event are now eligible for disaster recovery grants and loans through the Queensland Rural and Industry Development Authority (QRIDA). The disaster recovery grants and loans...
New after school program to empower Cooktown youth through sport
A new Friday after-school program is coming to the Cooktown Events Centre. Delivered in partnership with Thoegayn Zugub, the Stars Above, Hoops Below program will run over 10 weeks at the Cooktown Events Centre, commencing Friday 24 April 2026. The program is designed...
Anzac Day Closures 2026
Please be advised that the following Council offices, venues, and facilities will be closed out of respect for the Anzac Day Commemoration Services, April 25 2026. COOKTOWN WORKS DEPOT CLOSED: as per regular hours. WASTE TRANSFER STATIONS All facilities...