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Boil Water Alert Lifted – Lakeland

Boil Water Alert Lifted – Lakeland

Drinking water now safe to consume Lakeland residents are being advised that the boil water alert issued on 18 May 2026 has now been lifted. Following the completion of repairs to the Lakeland water treatment system, flushing of the water network, and satisfactory...

Cooktown Swimming Pool moves to winter operating hours

Cooktown Swimming Pool moves to winter operating hours

The Cooktown Swimming Pool has transitioned to its winter operating hours, continuing to provide residents and visitors with opportunities to stay active and enjoy the facility throughout the cooler months. From Monday to Friday, the pool is open from 6:00am to...

Celebrating First Nations voices at Cooktown Library

Celebrating First Nations voices at Cooktown Library

Discover powerful First Nations stories at Cooktown Library this National Reconciliation Week.  The Cooktown Library will mark National Reconciliation Week with a special display celebrating First Nations authors and storytellers. Now on display, the vibrant...

Finch Bay track access works update

Finch Bay track access works update

Works along the Finch Bay section of the Scenic Rim Walking Trail Restoration Project remain ongoing, with significant progress continuing across the site. To date: The existing sand ladder has been removed Installation of new boardwalk materials is currently underway...

Boil Water Alert Lifted – Lakeland

Boil Water Alert Lifted – Lakeland

Drinking water now safe to consume Lakeland residents are being advised that the boil water alert issued on 18 May 2026 has now been lifted. Following the completion of repairs to the Lakeland water treatment system, flushing of the water network, and satisfactory...

Cooktown Swimming Pool moves to winter operating hours

Cooktown Swimming Pool moves to winter operating hours

The Cooktown Swimming Pool has transitioned to its winter operating hours, continuing to provide residents and visitors with opportunities to stay active and enjoy the facility throughout the cooler months. From Monday to Friday, the pool is open from 6:00am to...

Celebrating First Nations voices at Cooktown Library

Celebrating First Nations voices at Cooktown Library

Discover powerful First Nations stories at Cooktown Library this National Reconciliation Week.  The Cooktown Library will mark National Reconciliation Week with a special display celebrating First Nations authors and storytellers. Now on display, the vibrant...

Finch Bay track access works update

Finch Bay track access works update

Works along the Finch Bay section of the Scenic Rim Walking Trail Restoration Project remain ongoing, with significant progress continuing across the site. To date: The existing sand ladder has been removed Installation of new boardwalk materials is currently underway...