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Cook Shire came together yesterday to celebrate International Women’s Day at Nature’s Powerhouse in Cooktown. The event was proudly organised by the Cooktown District Community Centre (CDCC) and the Regional Arts Services Network (RASN), in partnership with the Cook...
The clean-up efforts are nearing completion as Cook Shire Council works to restore our region's beaches and coastal areas. This week, helicopters were used to sling large bags of flood debris from the shores of Cedar and Weary Bay, helping to clear waste that has...
Cook Shire Council has been working hard to advocate for improved access to health services and housing across the region, and while there’s still more to do, we’ve made some important progress. Since July 2023, Council has been actively engaging with government...
Cook Shire Council is calling on residents and ratepayers to have their say as part of the 2025 MARKYT® Community Scorecard study, which launches today. This important initiative provides an opportunity for the community to share feedback on local services,...
Rossville came alive on Saturday, 3 May 2025, as the Rossville Ramble delivered an unforgettable afternoon of live music, community spirit, and laid-back fun. Locals and visitors alike gathered to enjoy an afternoon packed with toe-tapping tunes, family-friendly...
Cook Shire Council is once again joining gardens across Australia and New Zealand in celebrating Botanic Gardens Week 2025, with a vibrant, weeklong program from 19 to 25 May at the iconic Cooktown Botanic Gardens. The celebration coincides with the 10th...
May Ordinary Council meeting has been moved to Monday 19 May, 2025, from 3:00 PM. These meetings, held monthly, are categorised as ordinary meetings, where routine matters are deliberated upon. Convened at the Council Chambers located at 10 Furneaux Street, Cooktown,...