Cooktown, formerly “Cook’s Town,” is a historic Australian town with over 2,700 residents. Once a Gold Rush port, it’s now a fishing and tourism hub near the Endeavour River and Great Barrier Reef. Major industries include local government, healthcare, accommodation, and education. Current developments focus on the waterfront and airport. Cooktown’s heritage buildings and upcoming “Cooktown 2020” festival, marking 250 years since James Cook’s arrival, attract tourists. With its rich history and ongoing development, Cooktown blends its past with a promising future.
Wide Bay
Wide Bay, Queensland, encompassing five local government areas, covers 48,400 sq km and has nearly 307,745 residents. Primarily agricultural, it's...
