About
Cook Shire Council is a sports club located in Cook Shire, Australia. The club offers a range of services and programmes to the community, focusing on community development, building, and tourism. Their aim is to enhance the quality of life for residents and promote the region as a tourist destination.
One of the notable services offered by Cook Shire Council is the Pre-Cyclone Clean Up. This initiative allows residents to clear their yards of potential cyclone hazards free of charge. Cook Shire Waste Transfer Stations are open on weekends between November 4th and 19th, 2023, to receive pre-sorted domestic waste. This programme helps ensure the safety of the community in the event of a cyclone.
The council also provides information and resources for development applications. Impact Assessable Development Applications are now available for public review on the council's website. This allows residents to stay informed and provide feedback on proposed developments in the shire.
Cook Shire Council is committed to supporting residential housing development. Their Residential Housing Development Incentive Policy offers financial incentives for multiple dwelling or dual occupancy developments, with incentives of up to $35,000 available. Additionally, single dwellings built on vacant land for owner-occupiers can receive up to $10,000 in rates relief. This policy is in effect until July 30th, 2025, or until the maximum incentive value of $250,000 has been reached.
The council is also actively involved in roadworks throughout the shire. They have upcoming roadworks planned for Portland Roads Road and Strathgordon Road. These projects aim to improve road conditions for residents and visitors, but road users are advised to expect traffic control and delays during the construction period.
Cook Shire Council values community input and encourages residents to participate in community consultations. This gives community members the opportunity to have their say on council projects, plans, and strategies, helping to shape the future of the shire.
The council prides itself on providing open and effective competition for projects and regularly calls for tenders to secure the best contractors, with a preference for local suppliers where possible. Interested individuals and businesses can find information on current tenders and submissions on the council's website.
To stay connected with Cook Shire Council, residents can subscribe to their E-Newsletter for updates on news and events. The council also offers online services for animal management, such as registering pets, reporting complaints, and adopting pets. Additionally, residents can access information on council meetings, update their customer and payment details, and find waste disposal and recycling locations.
Contacting Cook Shire Council is easy, with various options available. They can be reached via email at mail@cook. Qld. gov.
au, by phone at (07) 4082 0500, or by fax at (07) 4082 0588. The council office is located at 10 Furneaux Street, Cooktown, with a mailing address at PO Box 3, Cooktown, Qld 4895. Office hours are from 8:45 am to 4:00 pm.
