Council advises the community that, due to a school swimming carnival, the pool will be temporarily closed on Wednesday, 15 October 2025 from 8 AM to 3:00 PM. We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.
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Notification of Special Meeting of Council
Under section 254C of the Local Government Regulation 2012, the community is being advised of a Special Meeting of Council to be held at 9:00 am on Tuesday 14 October 2025 at Council’s Main Administration Building located at 10 Furneaux Street, Cooktown. Business to...
TMR Roadworks Notice
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...
King’s Official Birthday public holiday | Office closures
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...
Council Monitoring TC Maila: Be alert, but not alarmed
Cook Shire Council is continuing to closely monitor Tropical Cyclone Maila, with Mayor Robyn Holmes and Council’s Disaster Management Officer providing a timely update to the community. While the system remains unpredictable, Council and partner agencies have been...
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Never miss what’s happening across the Shire—our monthly digital newsletter brings the latest news, community updates, events, projects and practical information straight to your inbox. It’s designed to keep you informed, connected and ready to take part in local...
Discovery Festival Float Registrations Now Open
The much anticipated Cooktown Discovery Festival Regional Street Parade is set to return in 2026, bringing colour, creativity and community spirit to the streets. This year’s theme, “Discover Our Culture”, invites participants to celebrate the rich and diverse...
Cook Shire Council’s Youth After-School Program Wraps a Successful Term 1 – Term 2 Coming Soon
Cook Shire Council's youth after-school program has concluded an outstanding Term 1, and we're excited to announce that Term 2 is on the way. Save the date — full details coming soon. Term 1: A Program That DeliveredCook Shire Council, in partnership with the Cooktown...