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.
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Pool upgrades brought forward
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...
Public Notice: Tree maintenance works
Please be advised that specialist contractors will commence maintenance pruning of the large mango trees located on the corner of Charlotte and Adelaide Streets, opposite the Sovereign Resort Hotel, from Monday 20 July, 2026. The works involve a significant crown...
Helicopter operations resume for Scenic Rim Trail Restoration
Helicopter Operations Resume This Week for Scenic Rim Trail Restoration Cook Shire Council advises residents and visitors that helicopter operations will resume Monday 29 June to Wednesday 1 July (inclusive), weather permitting, as restoration works continue on the...