Tourism – and boating – is growing in Cooktown. Photo: Cook Shire Council.
Cooktown could soon have a new dinghy pontoon on the Endeavour River, helping to reduce congestion at the town’s popular boat ramp.
The Queensland Government has released the design of the proposed Cooktown pontoon on Charlotte St.
Cook Shire Council has called on residents to have their say on the project opposite Lions Park.
The pontoon would be 15 metres long, made of aluminium to resist corrosion and could be used by up to six dinghies at a time.
The council states it has “previously advocated for improved marine infrastructure in Cooktown and recognises that many in the community have a strong interest in the proposed pontoon”.
The Queensland Government is seeking feedback on a new dinghy pontoon at Cooktown. Photo: Queensland Government.
Community members have been reminded to direct all feedback to Maritime Safety Queensland (MSQ).
The government states the pontoon would help support growing tourism and boating at Cooktown.
A community information session was due to be held at The Lure Shop, 146 Charlotte St between 3 and 5 pm on 26 March, allowing residents and stakeholders to speak with the project team, learn more about the proposed design and ask questions; however, it has been cancelled due to Tropical Cyclone Narelle.
Community consultation still remains open until 5 April.
Results of the consultation and more information on the next stage of the project are due in the middle of the year.
