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Council advises the community that the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) has commenced repairs along the Peninsula Developmental Road between Coen and Weipa. These works are expected to have minimal impacts and delays to road users as intermittent lane...
May Ordinary Council meeting has been moved to Monday 19 May, 2025, from 3:00 PM. These meetings, held monthly, are categorised as ordinary meetings, where routine matters are deliberated upon. Convened at the Council Chambers located at 10 Furneaux Street, Cooktown,...
Please be advised that the Laura Waste Transfer Station will be closed on Sundays until further notice due to staffing constraints. Thursday operations will continue as normal from 8:00am to 12:00 noon. We apologise for any inconvenience and thank the community for...
Cook Shire Council advises that the Cooktown Pool is temporarily closed due to water quality results being outside approved guidelines. This temporary closure will allow Council to complete the necessary processes to support the safe re-opening of pool. Water samples...
Whether it’s a set of keys left poolside, a forgotten jumper at the library, or a misplaced phone at the Events Centre, Cook Shire Council is making it easier for residents and visitors to reconnect with belongings lost at Council facilities. Council has a clear and...
Male, brown crossbreed. Picked up on May Street Cooktown, on Wednesday 13 May 2026. If he belongs to you please contact Council on 4082 0500 during business hours (8:45 am – 4:45 pm, weekdays) to arrange his release. Proof of ownership is required for collection.
Get ready for a fun-filled night of music, dancing, games and prizes at the Cooktown Youth Disco! The free community youth event will run from 6:00PM to 8:30PM on Friday 22 May 2026 and promises an energetic evening packed with dance music, interactive games, prizes...