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Cook Shire Council has made it even easier to stay active and connected, with an expanded online booking system that now includes the Cooktown Swimming Pool and additional Events Centre options. Since December, gym members have enjoyed the convenience of managing...
Cook Shire Council is encouraging local farmers, growers, and agricultural businesses to take part in the upcoming ChemClear collection event in Queensland, providing a safe and responsible way to dispose of unwanted or expired agricultural and veterinary (AgVet)...
Cook Shire Council wishes to clarify recent reporting which incorrectly stated that Council has received government funding to drive new residential development in Cooktown. This is not the case. The Queensland Government has announced funding under its Residential...
Nominate a local sports star! Nominations are now open – Closing 5pm Sunday 7 September 2025. These awards recognise outstanding athletic achievements by North Queensland's elite athletes and honour the dedication and commitment of our volunteers and organisers....
Council advises the community that, due to a school swimming carnival, the pool will be temporarily closed on Wednesday, 15 October 2025 from 8 AM to 3:00 PM. We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.
Cook Shire Council will shortly undertake approved maintenance works along a section of mangroves on Sherrin Esplanade, Cooktown, between the Bowls Club and the Coast Guard lease area. These works are scheduled to commence frm 16 October 2025 (pending favourable...
Council remains committed to ensuring all community infrastructure is delivered safely, sustainably and in the public interest — including the Stay another Day, Rail Trail Boardwalk project. Council has always supported the Rail Trail Boardwalk in principle,...
Cook Shire Council has finalised its 2025–27 Community Scorecard Action Plan — a detailed roadmap developed directly from the priorities identified by the community through the 2025 Community Scorecard study. The 2025–27 Community Scorecard Action Plan translates...