On behalf of all the Councillors, directors and staff at Cook Shire Council we’d like to wish the community a safe and relaxing Easter long weekend.
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Ramble into Rossville for a day of music and magic
Get ready for a toe-tapping, heartwarming celebration in the rainforest – the Rossville Ramble is coming this May, and you’re invited! Mark your calendars and gather your crew for an unforgettable afternoon of live music, local arts, delicious food, and laid-back fun...
Ergon planned street lighting upgrade – Charlotte Street
Cook Shire Council wishes to advise residents, businesses, and road users that Ergon Energy will soon commence a multi-stage street lighting upgrade along Charlotte Street, Cooktown. These works are part of Ergon's infrastructure improvement program aimed at enhancing...
Upcoming Civil Works – Commencing Tuesday 22 April
Cook Shire Council wishes to advise residents and road users of multiple civil construction projects commencing across the Shire from week commencing Tuesday 22 April 2024. These works are part of Council’s ongoing commitment to improving local infrastructure and...
Help protect Australia’s citrus trees
Cook Shire Council is helping spread the word on behalf of Citrus Australia, who are calling for volunteers to join the Citrus Watch program and help protect the future of our citrus industry. Citrus Watch is a national early warning system looking out for the Asian...
Cook Shire Council opens tender for strategic sale of undeveloped Cooktown land
Cook Shire Council is inviting tenders for the purchase of four parcels of undeveloped freehold land within Cooktown, signalling a proactive step toward encouraging economic development, residential growth, and community revitalisation. The land, located on Boundary...
A brighter future for John Street Oval
Cooktown’s John Street Oval is one step closer to a brighter future, thanks to a fantastic show of community spirit and teamwork. A special thank you goes to Crossy’s Crane Hire from Cairns, who volunteered their time, expertise, and crane to assist with the removal...
Cooktown Discovery Festival unites community in celebration of history and culture
Hundreds of locals and visitors gathered in Cooktown over the weekend for the 46th annual Cooktown Discovery Festival, celebrating the region’s rich culture, community spirit, and place in Australian history as the site of the first recorded act of reconciliation...