Change to Cooktown Rubbish Collection – Friday 20 March

by Kristina Olsen | Mar 17, 2026 | News, Public Notices

Cook Shire Council advises that the scheduled rubbish collection for Cooktown on Friday 20 March has been brought forward to Thursday 19 March as a precautionary measure in preparation for the potential development of a tropical low/cyclone (34U). Residents are asked...

March Bookings open for practical driving tests at Cooktown QGAP

by Bell Faber | Feb 20, 2026

Practical driving tests will be conducted at Cooktown QGAP from 24 March 2026 – 26 March 2026. Testing is available for all licence classes, including motorcycle licences. Bookings are required. Call 13 23 80 to book. Learn more online about Cooktown QGAP,...

Paper Rates Notices Reissue – Important Information for Ratepayers

by Kristina Olsen | Feb 11, 2026 | News, Public Notices

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...

Update: Next steps for traffic calming near Splash Park and Ida Street

by Kristina Olsen | Feb 4, 2026 | News

Cook Shire Council has now removed the traffic calming devices previously installed at Ida Street and Webber Esplanade near the Splash Park, following further review, monitoring and community feedback. The reasoning behind the installation of traffic calming measures...

Ayton Library Public Toilet – Temporary Closure

by Kristina Olsen | Feb 2, 2026 | News, Public Notices

Ayton Library – Public Toilet Closure Cook Shire Council advises that the public toilet located at the Ayton Library is closed until further notice due to required plumbing repair works. The facility will remain closed while repairs are carried out to ensure the...