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The Coen community is benefiting from two important upgrades, with new fencing works now complete at both the local cemetery and the town oval. Funded through the Queensland Government’s Works for Queensland (W4Q) program, the projects have improved safety, access,...
With the 2025–26 wet season fast approaching, Cook Shire Council’s Local Disaster Management Group (LDMG) recently came together for a Live Disaster Exercise to practise disaster coordination, communication and response ahead of the forthcoming extreme weather season....
Cooktown’s business community showed strong interest in the town’s growth and development at last week’s Business Networking Function, hosted by Cook Shire Council in partnership. The event drew around 70 attendees, representing a wide range of local businesses and...
Due to pressure on the local water supply, Cook Shire Council has introduced Alert Level Water Restrictions in Coen, effective immediately. Please reduce non-essential water use. What you can and can’t do No watering on Wednesdays. Sprinklers, micro-sprays and drip...
Cook Shire Council wishes to advise residents and visitors that the William Daku Splash Park will be temporarily closed from 7:30am tomorrow, Tuesday 2 December 2025, to allow for urgent water leak repairs. What's Happening Council crews, in partnership with the...
Please be advised that the Cooktown Pool will be closed from 1pm today, Friday 28 November. We will reopen tomorrow, Saturday 29 November with normal operating hours. We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.
Cook Shire Council is pleased to announce it has been awarded funding through the Australian Government’s Solar for Public Facilities Program, enabling major solar upgrades at two important community facilities — the Cooktown Events Centre and Bloomfield Hall. Under...
At its Ordinary Council Meeting on Tuesday 25 November 2025, Cook Shire Council formally adopted its 2024–25 Annual Report, outlining Council’s performance, achievements, and financial position for the 2024–25 financial year. The Annual Report highlights strong...