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Mayor Robyn Holmes has shared a monthly update highlighting key decisions from the November 2025 Ordinary Council Meeting. Council endorsed the 2024–25 Annual Report, reaffirmed its commitment to the Resilience and Learning Hub, and delegated the decision on Round 1...
Cook Shire Council was proud to join the Cooktown District Community Centre (CDCC) at The Lure Shop Tackleworld Cooktown this morning for their annual White Ribbon Day free BBQ breakfast, bringing the community together in a strong show of support for the prevention...
A huge thank you to everyone who came along to the Cooktown Bush Dance — the hall was alive with music, laughter, and plenty of toe-tapping fun! A special shout-out to The Wait-a-Whiles, whose fantastic music set the tone for a truly enjoyable night. Their lively...
Cook Shire Council advises that the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) will commence essential maintenance works on the Charlotte Street floating walkway tomorrow, 26 November 2025. The works are expected to take 2–3 days (weather and conditions permitting)...
Cook Shire Council is pleased to offer a range of free school holiday activities across Cooktown, Lakeland and Bloomfield libraries this January. The program includes creative craft sessions, LEGO and games, themed activity days and hands-on workshops, giving local...
Congratulations to everyone who took part in the 10,000 Steps Cooktown Challenge and made a commitment to move more throughout November. It was great to see so many people logging their steps and supporting a more active lifestyle in our community. Together,...
The festive season often brings extra rubbish, and Cook Shire Council understands that managing household waste over Christmas can be challenging. The Cooktown Waste Transfer Station (WTS) will be closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day. To help the community manage...
*Update: Due to recent weather conditions and recent vandalism at John Street Oval and Queens Oval, all School Holiday Sports activities have been moved to the Cooktown Events Centre. Cook Shire Council is hosting a series of free, fun activities for young people aged...