Cook Shire Council wishes to advise residents and road users that culvert construction works will commence on Cameron Creek Road from 12 May 2025. The works involve the installation of a large culvert crossing to improve drainage and road resilience in the area. What...
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The Real Cost of Waste Management: Bin Maintenance Responsibilities
What’s the real cost of waste in Cook Shire? It’s not just about collecting rubbish—it’s about keeping our community clean, safe, and sustainable. One of the biggest issues impacting the effectiveness and cost of our waste service is the condition of the bins...
Coen Controlled Burn
Council and the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) Rangers will be conducting a controlled burn along designated firebreaks on Tuesday, 6 May 2025. This proactive measure is aimed at reducing fuel loads in preparation for a series of planned burns scheduled...
Vehicle Auction
The auction will take place at Cook Shire Council's Waster Transfer Station MacMillan St Cooktown on Monday 12 May 2025. Vehicles can be viewed from 9am, auction commences at 9.15am sharp. LOT 84 - 2003 TOYOTA PRADO WAGON LOT 87 - 2000 TOYOTA PRADO WAGON LOT 89 -...
Roadworks Notice | Endeavour Valley Road
We have been advised that the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) is about to start resealing works on sections of Endeavour Valley Road, Cooktown. The works will involve asphalt resealing to extend the life of the road pavement and reduce the formation of...
Council invites community to 2025-26 Budget and update session
Cook Shire Council is inviting community members to attend a special 2025–26 Budget and Community Update session on Wednesday 16 July from 5:30 PM at the Cooktown Events Centre. This event is an opportunity for the community to gain valuable insight into how Council’s...
Cook Shire’s Connor Morgan named finalist in Apprentice of the Year Awards
Cook Shire Council is proud to celebrate the achievements of Connor Morgan, our talented Apprentice Diesel Fitter, who has been named a finalist in the Apprentice of the Year category at the 2025 Cairns Trade Excellence Awards, hosted by TAFE Queensland. With more...
Bin stickers are coming: Here’s what they mean.
From Tuesday 1 July 2025, Cook Shire Council’s bin labelling program will officially come into effect. That means from tomorrow, if your bin isn't compliant or clearly labelled, it may not be collected on your next scheduled kerbside collection day. Now is the perfect...



