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Scenic Rim Walking Trail and Finch Bay Access Update

Scenic Rim Walking Trail and Finch Bay Access Update

Works associated with the Scenic Rim Walking Trail project, including the new path and access improvements at Finch Bay, are progressing through the final stages of delivery, with final inspections and project completion activities currently underway. As a result, the...

Public Notice: Upcoming footpath construction works

Public Notice: Upcoming footpath construction works

Please be advises that footpath construction works will commence from Monday 1 June 2026 on Garden Street, between Ida Street and Charles Street. The works will be carried out by an external contractor and are funded through savings from the School Transport...

TMR roadworks notice

TMR roadworks notice

The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) has advised that they will be carrying out inspections of the Mungumby Creek bridge on Shiptons Flat Road and the Myall Creek and Coen River bridges on the Peninsula Developmental Road (PDR). These inspections are part...

Discovery Festival Road Closures | June 2026

Discovery Festival Road Closures | June 2026

Please be advised that as part of the events, installations, and festivities for Discovery Festival 2026, temporary road closures will be in place at the below listed times and locations:   SHERRIN ESPLANADE Details: From Bowls Club to Bicentennial Park for...

Scenic Rim Walking Trail and Finch Bay Access Update

Scenic Rim Walking Trail and Finch Bay Access Update

Works associated with the Scenic Rim Walking Trail project, including the new path and access improvements at Finch Bay, are progressing through the final stages of delivery, with final inspections and project completion activities currently underway. As a result, the...

Local student wins Careers Expo prize draw!

Local student wins Careers Expo prize draw!

Congratulations to Cooktown State School student, Xania Gordon who was drawn as the winner of the "Spin in and Win with Council" activity at the recent Cooktown Careers Expo. Xania, a Year 11 student, was randomly selected as the winner of a pair of Apple AirPods 4...

Impound 1166

Impound 1166

Male black and brown tabby cat. Picked up on Gum Tree Close, Cooktown on Wednesday 17 June 2026 If this cat belongs to you please contact Council on 4082 0500 during business hours (8:45 am – 4:45 pm, weekdays) to arrange it's release. Proof of ownership is required...