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Community is advised that public access to Finch Bay Beach is temporarily closed in the interest of public safety as part of the Scenic Rim Walking Trail Restoration Project. While the beach itself has not been directly impacted, the official access tracks at both...
Works associated with the Cooktown Waterfront CCTV Safety Initiative are scheduled to commence on Tuesday 12 May and are expected to continue throughout the remainder of the month. During this period, community members may notice increased activity in the area,...
Cook Shire Council is advising residents and visitors to expect increased helicopter activity, construction noise, and temporary access restrictions around the Cooktown Botanic Gardens and Scenic Rim Walking Trail precinct as restoration works get underway....
The Splash Park will be temporarily closed on Monday 11 May 2026 to allow for scheduled maintenance works. This closure is required to facilitate the installation of a new filtration system—an important upgrade to ensure ongoing water quality and the safe operation of...
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...
Temporary pool closure Wednesday 17 June 2026 from 12PM - 2PM. Please be advised that due to staff shortages the Cooktown Swimming Pool will be closed from 12PM - 2PM on Wednesday 17 June. Thank you for your understanding.
Community members are invited to share their experiences, challenges and ideas as part of a project to better understand childcare and early childhood education needs across Cooktown and surrounding communities. Beacon Strategies has been engaged to undertake a...
Cook Shire Council's proposed 2026-27 Budget will be presented for adoption later this month following an extensive planning process that began in October 2025 and included more than eight dedicated budget workshops, multiple planning meetings and extensive...