Council has formally endorsed and published the 2026–27 Budget Consultation Community Insights Report following this week’s Ordinary Council Meeting, marking Cook Shire Council’s most successful budget engagement process to date. More than 115 residents from across...
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Community turned out for a beautiful Botanic Gardens Day 2026
The Cooktown Botanic Gardens came alive on Sunday 24 May, as locals and visitors gathered to celebrate Botanic Gardens Day 2026, wrapping up a successful week of community events, workshops and activities. With beautiful sunshine overhead, the gardens were filled with...
Families invited to enjoy Teddy Bear Picnic in the Botanic Gardens
Families and young children are invited to enjoy a relaxed morning of stories, songs and outdoor fun at the upcoming Teddy Bear Picnic hosted by the Cook Shire Council Libraries. Set amongst the beautiful surrounds of the Cooktown Botanic Gardens, the free community...
TMR roadworks notice
The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) has advised that they will be carrying out inspections of the Mungumby Creek bridge on Shiptons Flat Road and the Myall Creek and Coen River bridges on the Peninsula Developmental Road (PDR). These inspections are part...
May Moment with the Mayor
Mayor Robyn Holmes shares an update from this week’s Council meeting, covering the adoption of the 2026–27 Community Budget Insights Report, community priorities, fees and charges, grant funding and Council’s ongoing financial management. The update highlights key...
June 2026: Roads Ahead
Cook Shire Council’s monthly snapshot of roadworks and travel advice occuring in the weeks ahead.
Community voices help shape 2026–27 Budget planning
Council has formally endorsed and published the 2026–27 Budget Consultation Community Insights Report following this week’s Ordinary Council Meeting, marking Cook Shire Council’s most successful budget engagement process to date. More than 115 residents from across...
Community turned out for a beautiful Botanic Gardens Day 2026
The Cooktown Botanic Gardens came alive on Sunday 24 May, as locals and visitors gathered to celebrate Botanic Gardens Day 2026, wrapping up a successful week of community events, workshops and activities. With beautiful sunshine overhead, the gardens were filled with...



