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Cook Shire Council advises that essential works will soon commence on Russell Creek Bridge, located on Bloomfield Road. The project involves the replacement of the existing bridge deck to ensure the ongoing safety and reliability of this key transport route. Key...
A week of creativity, nature, learning and community connection will come to life this May as Cook Shire Council celebrates Botanic Gardens Week 2026 at the Cooktown Botanical Gardens. Running from Monday 18 May to Sunday 24 May 2026, the week offers a diverse program...
The countdown is officially on. The seven-week countdown to the Cooktown Discovery Festival kicks off tomorrow, Friday 1 May, with the launch of a refreshed festival website—setting the stage for one of Cape York’s most iconic events. Designed to be more vibrant,...
A stunning new photography exhibition celebrating the beauty, detail, and diversity of the natural world has opened at Nature’s Powerhouse on Thursday 30 April 2026, offering visitors a unique opportunity to experience the Cooktown Botanic Gardens through the lens of...
Community is advised that public access to Finch Bay Beach is temporarily closed in the interest of public safety as part of the Scenic Rim Walking Trail Restoration Project. While the beach itself has not been directly impacted, the official access tracks at both...
Cook Shire Council is taking an innovative approach to tackling water loss... Danny the leak detection dog and his handler set to arrive in the region this May, bringing technology typically used in major city networks to remote communities. “This is the kind of...
Queensland Small Business Month 2026 is officially underway, marking a month-long program dedicated to recognising and supporting the more than 508,000 small and family businesses that play a vital role in strengthening local economies and communities across the...
Works associated with the Cooktown Waterfront CCTV Safety Initiative are scheduled to commence on Tuesday 12 May and are expected to continue throughout the remainder of the month. During this period, community members may notice increased activity in the area,...