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Cook Shire Council advises that final sealing works will be undertaken in Cooktown on the following streets: Adam Street Furneaux Street Helen Street Howard Street May Street Preparation works are now scheduled to commence from Monday 25 August. Please be advised that...
Have you or your kids left something behind at the pool recently? We’ve gathered a range of lost property items, and we’re asking everyone to please come and check if anything belongs to you. From goggles and towels to hats and water bottles – your missing items might...
Please be advised that the Weary Bay public toilet will be temporarily out of service from Monday 21 July to Sunday 18 August 2025 due to scheduled upgrade works. Council appreciates your patience during this time as we work to improve local facilities. For updates or...
Please be advised that Nature’s Powerhouse will be closed for the day on Monday 28 July 2025. Regular opening hours will resume on Tuesday 29 July 2025. We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.
We have been informed that the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR)will be carrying out bridge inspections on Little Laura bridge on the Peninsula Developmental Road, south of Laura. The inspections are part of TMR’s regular bridge maintenance program to...
The recently completed Enhancing Local Government Biosecurity Capability (ELGBC) project has delivered an important step forward in protecting the landscapes, communities, and livelihoods of South-Western Cape York from invasive species and biosecurity risks. The...
Cook Shire Council proudly marked Australian Citizenship Day on Tuesday, 17 September, by welcoming the region’s newest Australian. A citizenship ceremony was held in Cooktown, where one resident officially became an Australian citizen. The occasion was a chance to...
Please be reminded that a number of Council offices, buildings, and venues will be closed on Monday 6 October 2025 Council Administration Building Cooktown Works Depot All Cook Shire Libraries The Cooktown Swimming Pool The Cooktown Events Centre Nature's Powerhouse...