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The Coen community is benefiting from two important upgrades, with new fencing works now complete at both the local cemetery and the town oval. Funded through the Queensland Government’s Works for Queensland (W4Q) program, the projects have improved safety, access,...
With the 2025–26 wet season fast approaching, Cook Shire Council’s Local Disaster Management Group (LDMG) recently came together for a Live Disaster Exercise to practise disaster coordination, communication and response ahead of the forthcoming extreme weather season....
Cooktown’s business community showed strong interest in the town’s growth and development at last week’s Business Networking Function, hosted by Cook Shire Council in partnership. The event drew around 70 attendees, representing a wide range of local businesses and...
Due to pressure on the local water supply, Cook Shire Council has introduced Alert Level Water Restrictions in Coen, effective immediately. Please reduce non-essential water use. What you can and can’t do No watering on Wednesdays. Sprinklers, micro-sprays and drip...
Cook Shire Council is pleased to announce it has been awarded funding through the Australian Government’s Solar for Public Facilities Program, enabling major solar upgrades at two important community facilities — the Cooktown Events Centre and Bloomfield Hall. Under...
At its Ordinary Council Meeting on Tuesday 25 November 2025, Cook Shire Council formally adopted its 2024–25 Annual Report, outlining Council’s performance, achievements, and financial position for the 2024–25 financial year. The Annual Report highlights strong...
Cook Shire Council is excited to share a fun-filled program of activities at the Cooktown Events Centre this December. From high-energy laser tag battles to classic Christmas movies and action-packed drop-in sports sessions, there’s something for every young person to...
Mayor Robyn Holmes has shared a monthly update highlighting key decisions from the November 2025 Ordinary Council Meeting. Council endorsed the 2024–25 Annual Report, reaffirmed its commitment to the Resilience and Learning Hub, and delegated the decision on Round 1...