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Cook Shire Council advises that contractors will be conducting patching works on multiple streets in Cooktown over the coming days, subject to weather conditions and material availability from Cairns Scheduled Works: Wednesday 12 February – Helen Street and...
Please be advised that Cooktown Swimming Pool will be closed on Wednesday 22 January 2025, from 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM for staff development. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding during this brief closure. The pool will...
Please be advised the main flow meter for Lakeland will be changed out at 10:00 AM on Tuesday 21 January. As a result, there will be no water available for approximately 1.5 hours. We thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to update and improve...
As part of the ongoing investigation into the cause of discoloured water in Cooktown, we can confirm that independent test results, received back on Monday 9 December, have identified Manganese as the primary factor. While both iron and manganese are present, the data...
This National Crime Stoppers Day, Cook Shire joins communities across Australia to raise awareness about the importance of reporting crime safely and effectively. The theme for this year is “Don’t post it, report it”, reminding residents that talking about crime on...
Looking for a fun, creative, and confidence-boosting activity for your child these school holidays? Box Jelly Theatre Co. is returning to Cooktown with another round of exciting drama workshops—perfect for young performers with big imaginations! Designed for...
The fire that impacted Cooktown’s Finch Bay and Cherry Tree Bay walking tracks earlier this month has now officially been declared safe by the Queensland Fire Department (QFD). After days of close monitoring and fire management, QFD has handed the site back to the...
The Cooktown Swimming Pool team will be undertaking lifeguard training exercises and real-life scenario practice from Monday 18 to Wednesday 20 August 2025. The pool will remain open during this time; however, some activities may appear concerning to onlookers. Please...