There’s a lot happening at the Cooktown Events Centre as we kick off 2025 with new programs, new faces, and exciting opportunities for the community! New afterschool basketball and netball programsWe’re thrilled to announce three community sports programs:...
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Forklift training: Upskilling our team
With a commitment to upskilling our staff, while enhancing efficiency and workplace safety, earlier this week, seven Council employees successfully undertook certified forklift training. The training included staff from across Council’s Bridge, Roads and Civil, and...
Cooktown Netball heats up!
Exciting news for Cooktown netballers! The Cooktown Events Centre has announced it'll be trialing a brand-new Fast5 Youth Drop-In Netball Program, giving young players the chance to develop their skills in a fun and fast-paced environment. When: Wednesdays, 5:10 PM –...
Weekly Basketball at Cooktown Events Centre
Looking for a fun and active way for your kids to develop their basketball skills? Join us at the Cooktown Events Centre for our weekly basketball sessions—open to kids and teens of all ages! Whether they’re just starting out or looking to improve their game, our...
Dive Into Swim Squad
Swim Squad is back! Starting 22 April until 24 June 2025. Get your little champion swimming like a pro at the Cooktown Swimming Pool. Welcome to the Cooktown Swimming Pool's Learn to Swim Squad! Our program is specifically tailored for young swimmers aged 5 to 16,...
Cooktown SES Open Day
Join us for a fun-filled morning at the Cooktown SES Open Day on Saturday, 26 April 2025, from 9 am to 11 am at the SES Shed, 31 Charlotte Street, Cooktown. This community event offers something for everyone — whether you're keen to learn more about the State...
Ayton Hops into Easter with Mad Hatters Fun and Festivities
Ayton came alive with colour, creativity, and community spirit at the much-loved Easter in Ayton event, drawing a crowd of over 70 locals for a day packed with joy, laughter and unforgettable memories. The highlight of the day was the Mad Hatters Recycled Easter Hat...
Notification of Special Meeting of Council
Under section 254C of the Local Government Regulation 2012, the community is being advised of a Special Meeting of Council to be held at 9:30 am on Tuesday 8 April 2025 at Council’s Main Administration Building located at 10 Furneaux Street, Cooktown. Business to be...



