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Cooktown Library will be closed on Monday 23 March to undertake scheduled stocktake activities. The library will reopen as normal on Tuesday 24 March 2026. We apologise for any inconvenience and thank the community for your understanding. For more information, please...
Cook Shire Council advises ratepayers that a small administrative error has been identified on a limited number of paper Rates Notices sent by post. Electronic (email) Rates Notices are correct and unaffected. While the amounts payable, fees, charges, levies and due...
Cook Shire Council is trialing new opening hours for the Lakeland and Laura Waste Transfer Stations. Residents are encouraged to make use of the revised times starting the week of Monday 16 February 2026: Laura Waste Transfer Station Wednesdays: 8:00 am – 12:00 noon...
Council has been advised that the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) will be carrying out reconstruction works at multiple sites on Shiptons Flat Road from late February 2026 until July 2026, weather and site conditions permitting. The work will involve...
Cook Shire Council invites tenders from suitably qualified tenderers as described in more detail in Part 5 – Scope. The initial Term of this PSA is two (2) years with the option to extend for a further two (2) extensions of twelve (12) months each. Tender...
A temporary road closure application has been approved in relation to subdivision infrastructure works associated with a private development project. As a courtesy to residents and road users, the following traffic impacts are being advised in advance. Temporary road...
The Cooktown Pool will reopen to the public tomorrow, Tuesday 19 May 2026, following the recent temporary closure. Thank you to our community for your patience and understanding while required works were completed to ensure the facility is ready for safe community...
Tabby cat. Picked up on Back St, Lakeland on Monday 18 May 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 for collection.