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...
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Cameron Creek Road – Culvert Construction
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...
Notification of Special Meeting of Council
Under section 254C of the Local Government Regulation 2012, the community is being advised of a Special Meeting of Council to be held at 9:00 am on Monday 12 May 2025 at Council’s Main Administration Building located at 10 Furneaux Street, Cooktown. Business to be...
Labour Day Public Holiday Office Closures
Please be advised that a number of Council offices, buildings, and venues will be closed on Monday, 5 May 2025 Please be advised that the following Council offices, buildings, and venues will be closed on: MONDAY, 5 MAY 2025 COUNCIL ADMINISTRATION BUILDING COOKTOWN...
Special Council Meeting
The community is being advised of a special Council meeting. Matters to be tabled at this meeting are considered confidential under Section 254J of the Local Government Regulation 2012, this meeting will occur 9 AM Wednesday 29 April 2026 at Council Chambers,...
Laura Ordinary Council Meeting
Residents are encouraged to attend the upcoming Laura Council Meeting at Laura Town Hall on Tuesday 28 April 2026, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM. This monthly Council meeting is an important opportunity to stay informed, have your say, and connect with local community. It...
Memorable evening with Trent Dalton live-streamed at Cooktown Library
Cooktown Library recently hosted a special literary event, An Evening with Trent Dalton, bringing together local readers for an engaging and heartfelt experience. Fifteen attendees gathered to enjoy an intimate evening of storytelling, reflection and connection as...
Rossville Family Fun Day brings community together
Rossville Hall came alive as local families gathered for a successful and well-attended family fun day, delivering a mix of activities focused on connection, wellbeing and disaster preparedness. More than 30 children took part across the day, joined by parents, carers...



