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Cook Shire Mayor Robyn Holmes has provided the following video update regarding Tropical Low 34U and the potential for cyclone development in the coming days. While the system is currently in its early stages and remains some distance from the Queensland coast,...
Cook Shire Council is offering a range of surplus items for sale via an upcoming online auction hosted by Nasco Ag & Industrial Auctions. The auction features a variety of machinery and equipment located in Cooktown, including: 3 small tip trucks FUSO Canter 715...
Unfortunately, the St Patrick’s Day Jig scheduled for Saturday 21 March at the Cooktown Shire Hall has been cancelled. While the luck of the Irish is legendary, it seems it doesn’t always stretch to the tropics. Due to the unpredictable weather event affecting parts...
Update* Please be advised that the Cooktown Pontoon community information session scheduled for Thursday 26 March 2026 has been postponed. Residents are encouraged to check the official Maritime Safety Queensland website for updates on a new date and further...
Cook Shire Council is offering free green waste dumping at the Cooktown Waste Transfer Station from Friday 20 March to Sunday 22 March 2026. This initiative is in place to support residents with cyclone preparation and clean-up activities. Opening Hours: Friday:...
Cook Shire Council advises that the Coen water supply will be shut off at 10:00pm tonight as part of preparations for Tropical Cyclone Narelle. This is a precautionary measure to protect infrastructure and maintain water quality during severe weather conditions....
Mayor Robyn Holmes and Inspector Gary Hunter provide the latest 4PM update on Tropical Cyclone Narelle. Residents are strongly urged to stay indoors and shelter in place until the storm system has passed. Conditions are expected to worsen, and it is not safe to be...
Issued: 4.00pm, Thursday 19 March 2026Next update: As the situation changes. Cook Shire Council advises people in the council area to PREPARE NOW for Tropical Cyclone Narelle that is moving towards the Far North Queensland coast, east of Coen. Severe Tropical Cyclone...