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Works commence on the revitalisation of Cooktown's Cultural Precinct
24/11/2020
Works have commenced on the revitalisation of Cooktown’s Cultural Precinct that includes Stage 1 of the construction of the Waymbuurr Milbi (The Waymbuurr Story) Cultural Centre on the site of the old Boathouse, and the creation of a commemorative park and public artworks project that celebrates the significance of Reconciliation Rocks as the site of the first recorded act of reconciliation.
Council encourages Cooktown to Go Local First
27/11/2020
Cook Shire Council and the Cooktown Chamber of Commerce are encouraging residents and visitors in Cooktown to GO LOCAL FIRST in order to support small local businesses, grow the community and recover from COVID-19.
Cook Shire's waterfront release offers Reef access in minutes
07/12/2020
With direct waterfront access that’s minutes from the Great Barrier Reef, Cook Shire Council is inviting Expressions of Interest (EOI) from creative and innovative visionaries and entrepreneurs for the development of a waterfront commercial release on Webber Esplanade in Cooktown.
Working group to tackle housing shortage
09/08/2017
An action plan and formation of a working group will be the next step towards solving Cooktown’s housing shortage, after a well-attended community forum on the issue this week.
Council trainees going places
13/04/2017
Two young local workers have gained valuable qualifications after completing business administration traineeships with Cook Shire Council.
Get in quick for free pool safety inspections
13/04/2017
Cook Shire Council is offering free inspections and advice on pool safety and compliance in a bid to improve pool safety in the region.
Waterfront roadworks to start soon
13/04/2017
Supply and levelling of fill in preparation for services installation is well underway at Cooktown’s waterfront works site.
More footpaths for Cooktown
26/06/2017
Cooktown will gain another block of footpath, linking Helen Street with Furneaux Street in a Cook Shire Council project expected to start this week.
Historical Gardens photos wanted
09/08/2017
Cook Shire Council's Botanic Gardens team are turning historical sleuths, and they need the help of the community.
LED street lights for Laura
13/03/2017
Thanks to a nomination from Cook Shire Council, Laura's streets will shine a little brighter with less power when LED streetlights are installed this year.
