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Cook Shire Council proudly marked Australian Citizenship Day on Tuesday, 17 September, by welcoming the region’s newest Australian. A citizenship ceremony was held in Cooktown, where one resident officially became an Australian citizen. The occasion was a chance to...
Cook Shire Council advises that upgrade works will be undertaken on Strathgordon Road between chainage 15.9 km and 17.8 km. The project includes the bitumen sealing of the road and the construction of a new culvert and causeway over the Colman River. Scope of Works...
Cook Shire Council is offering extra support this cyclone season through the Handy Help Pick-Up program. Eligible residents can register to have their eligible waste picked up for rree* during Free Dumping Days (1–16 November 2025). Who is eligible? Residents on an...
Get your yard ready for extreme weather season Cook Shire Council is once again offering Free Dumping Days to help residents tidy their properties and remove potential hazards before cyclone season. When & Where 1 – 16 November 2025 during regular operating hours...
Cook Shire Council is reminding residents to check their house numbers are visible, reflective and easy to find — an important step in keeping the community safe during emergencies. When every second counts, being easy to locate can make all the difference. Emergency...
Cook Shire residents looking to build their digital confidence are invited to take part in free Be Connected Digital Skills Workshops this October, hosted by Cook Shire and State Libraries. The hands-on sessions are designed to help participants feel more comfortable...
Get into the festive spirit and showcase your creations at Cooktown’s Sunset with Santa Twilight Christmas Markets! Friday, 12 December 2025, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM at William Daku Park Council is looking for vendors to join us and connect with the community while...
Cooktown is one step closer to a new IGA supermarket, with Cook Shire Council recently approving Development Application DA/4944 – Material Change of Use – Shopping Centre. In this short Moment with the Mayor video, Mayor Robyn Holmes discusses what this milestone...