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Please be advised of a planned burn to take place near Mulligan Highway. Residents and motorists are advised that the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) and Yuku Baja Muliku Rangers will be conducting planned burns within Annan River (Yuku Baja Muliku)...
The first week of the school holidays has been packed with creativity, adventure, sport and plenty of smiling faces, with children and families making the most of a fantastic line-up of free activities across the region. From library craft sessions and pool games to...
When disaster strikes, local knowledge can make all the difference. Residents of Portland Roads and Coen are invited to help strengthen their community's disaster preparedness by sharing their local knowledge and experiences at upcoming Local Area Disaster Plan...
Community drop-in sessions announced as Cook Shire's Childcare Business Case enters its final stage of consultation. Community members are being encouraged to take one final opportunity to help shape the future of childcare in Cooktown and surrounding communities,...
Please be advised that specialist contractors will commence maintenance pruning of the large mango trees located on the corner of Charlotte and Adelaide Streets, opposite the Sovereign Resort Hotel, from Monday 20 July, 2026. The works involve a significant crown...
Cook Shire Council has been advised that the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) will be carrying out inspections of the Hann River bridges on the Peninsula Developmental Road (PDR) in Laura on Wednesday 22 July and Thursday 23 July 2026. These inspections...
This Library and Information Week, Cooktown Library is inviting the community to sharpen their critical thinking skills at Truth Be Told—a free information session exploring the growing world of misinformation and disinformation. Held on Wednesday 29 July at 10:30am,...
From new sporting equipment and upgraded community facilities to local events and business initiatives, great ideas often start with one challenge—finding the funding to make them happen. That's why free Grant Writing Workshops are being offered this August, giving...