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The Cooktown Splash Park is temporarily closed due to a fault with the filtration system. The fault requires further investigation to determine what repairs or replacement parts may be needed. The Splash Park will remain closed while the issue is assessed and...
At 2:54pm Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) informed Council's office that they will be carrying out bridge inspections and servicing at the Wallaby Creek bridge on Shiptons Flat Road. Crews will be on site from Saturday 8 August 2026 to Monday 10 August...
Please be advised that Cooktown Library will open at 1pm on Thursday 3 September. Thank you for your understanding and patience. For more information please phone 4069 5009 or email cooktown_library@cook.qld.gov.au.
Cooktown Swimming Pool will remain closed beyond the previously anticipated reopening around 8 August, with the second stage of upgrade works now able to proceed sooner. The pool was expected to reopen briefly between the chlorination system upgrade and surface...
Cook Shire Council’s monthly snapshot of roadworks and travel advice occuring in the weeks ahead.
We know many locals rely on the Cooktown Gym as part of their regular routine. On Thursday 1 October, the gym will be temporarily closed from 8am to midday while scheduled maintenance is carried out. The work will help keep the facility in good condition for everyone...
We know families enjoy the splash park, especially during the school holidays. Unfortunately, it’s closed until further notice following a contamination incident. Our team is working as quickly as possible to clean the system and test the water. We’ll reopen the park...
Make this Christmas a little more local. Cook Shire Council is inviting local stallholders, craftspeople and artisans to be part of the Twilight Christmas Markets at Sunset with Santa, held at William Daku Park on Saturday 5 December 2026. As families gather for an...