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Public Notice – Strathgordon Road Upgrade Works

Public Notice – Strathgordon Road Upgrade Works

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...

Need a hand to get ready for extreme weather season?

Need a hand to get ready for extreme weather season?

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 ready for free* dumping days

Get ready for free* dumping days

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...

King’s Official Birthday public holiday | Office closures

King’s Official Birthday public holiday | Office closures

Please be reminded that a number of Council offices, buildings, and venues will be closed on Monday 6 October 2025 Council Administration Building Cooktown Works Depot All Cook Shire Libraries The Cooktown Swimming Pool The Cooktown Events Centre Nature's Powerhouse...

Invitation for Tenders T01825 PSA Tyre collection and disposal

Invitation for Tenders T01825 PSA Tyre collection and disposal

Cook Shire Council invites tenders from suitably qualified tenderers for the establishment of a preferred supplier arrangement (PSA) for the collection and disposal of tyres as described in more detail in Part 5 – Scope. It is anticipated that the contract will be for...

Public Notice – Strathgordon Road Upgrade Works

Public Notice – Strathgordon Road Upgrade Works

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...

Need a hand to get ready for extreme weather season?

Need a hand to get ready for extreme weather season?

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...