For every $1 Cook Shire Council collected in rates and charges in 2025–26, it received about $10 in grants from the Queensland and Australian governments.
14 October 2026
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Black Brahman cross cow. Picked up at Helenvale on Tuesday 13 October 2026.
13 October 2026
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These inspections are part of TMR’s regular bridge maintenance program to ensure the ongoing safety and reliability of the structures.
12 October 2026
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Across two weeks of free school holiday activities, children and their families joined sessions at libraries in Cooktown, Lakeland, and Bloomfield, turning simple craft materials into colourful creations to take home.
09 October 2026
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Planning an afternoon at the William Daku Splash Park on Thursday 22 October?
09 October 2026
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Whether it’s a spectacular sunset, a familiar face, a favourite local spot or one of those special, little moments, there’s a story worth capturing around every corner.
09 October 2026
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Male entire, adolescent Brown Tabby. Picked up Walker Street.
07 October 2026
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Presented by Box Jelly Theatre Company, the 2026 performance welcomed 153 people over the two nights.
07 October 2026
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Families are invited to pack a picnic, bring a chair or rug and settle in for a festive afternoon by the waterfront as the sun goes down.
02 October 2026
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Cooktown Pioneer Cemetery becomes the stage tonight and tomorrow evening, as local performers join Box Jelly Theatre Company to bring our town’s colourful past to life, history amongst the headstones.
02 October 2026
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These works are a part of TMR’s regular inspection program to ensure the continued safety and reliability of bridges on the state-controlled road network.
02 October 2026
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Under section 254C of the Local Government Regulation 2012, this meeting will occur 10 AM Thursday 15 October 2026 at Council Chambers, Council’s Main Administration Building.
01 October 2026
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Tender documentation may be downloaded here. Tenders must be lodged here by no later than 2pm on Wednesday 21 October 2026.
30 September 2026
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Council’s team has extensively cleaned and treated the water system, and the results of water testing confirm the park is safe to use.
30 September 2026
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The work will help keep the facility in good condition for everyone who uses it.
29 September 2026
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Cook Shire Council’s monthly snapshot of roadworks and travel advice occuring in the weeks ahead.
29 September 2026
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The 2027 Australia Day Awards are an opportunity to celebrate those contributions.
29 September 2026
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Male, Jack Russell Terrier cross. Picked up at Endeavour River surrounds, on Tuesday 29 September 2026.
29 September 2026
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Looking for independent senior accommodation in Cooktown? Expressions of interest are now open for one unit at Endeavour Lodge on Howard Street.
28 September 2026
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Play and yarn. Get creative after school!
28 September 2026
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