Welcome to Cooktown District Community Centre

Commonly known as CDCC. CDCC is a neighbourhood centre, a place of connection, belonging, participation and inclusion.

CDCC Who we are
About us

Who we are

Our office is based in Cooktown on the traditional lands of the Eastern Kuku Yalanji Aboriginal people. We deliver government-funded and self-funded programs which provide general community support including referrals for local services, food and financial assistance (Emergency Relief, No Interest Loan Scheme), and seniors and family support services. We are an independent, community based non-profit and registered charity delivering community and social services to the Cooktown, Hope Vale, Wujal Wujal and Laura region. Our service leverages local resources to make local communities better for everyone. CDCC provides tangible support and assistance to local communities, particularly people and groups who face hardship and vulnerability.

Programs & Services

CDCC play group

Playgroup

Children develop a strong sense of belonging, being & becoming when they are nutured and connected to their family

CDCC early learning

Early Learning

Transition Support Workers help ensure you and your child are supported throughout the many transitions which occur from 0-8 years old.

CDCC youth engagement

Youth Engagement

The Youth Engagement Service responds to the needs of vulnerable young people aged 12 to 25 years and provides the following supports informed by harm minimisation and empowerment frameworks

Domestic & family violence support

Domestic & Family Violence Support

This is a free and confidential service providing outreach to Cooktown, Wujal Wujal, Laura and Hope Vale.

family support

Family Support

Family Support Counselling provides a high level of counselling and support to people experiencing social, financial or emotional difficulties and other community members identified as vulnerable.

alcohol & other drugs early intervention

Alcohol & other drugs, early intervention

RADIO provides young people in remote communities with:

  • Information and referrals
  • Supports to reduce Alcohol & Other Drug (AOD) use
  • Coordinated case management
  • Help to improve social and emotional well being
  • Help to build connections with family and community
  • Connections to other service
60s better healthy aging program

60's & better healthy aging program

The 60’s & Better Program offers a range of social, physical and educational activities for seniors in our community.

Financial support

Financial support

We can assist with planning your budget and assist you in working through your financial difficulties.

Join Us!

Are you interested in a career in community services? CDCC provides a supportive and flexible work environment. Great people, great experiences! Click here for information on our current vacant positions.

How you can help

You can help CDCC in lots of ways. You can volunteer, make a financial donation, donate children’s toys that are new or in excellent condition, you can donate women’s clothes that are in excellent condition, or maybe you have furniture or bedding to donate to a family in need? If you are keen to help out, please call or email us for a chat so we can give you the details you need to get involved reception@cooktowndcc.org.au or (07) 4082 1400

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Thanks for your patience, the link is now live and everything is up and running, ready for bookings!

Get ready for a week packed with fun, friends and adventure:

🐞 Monday – A Bug's Life
💦 Tuesday – Splash Zone
🏅 Wednesday – Generations Games, Chalk Art & BBQ
🌿 Thursday – Garden Quest
🍿 Friday – Movie Day

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🎉 SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM BOOKINGS ARE OPEN! 🎉

Looks like in all the excitement we forgot to include the booking link!
Thanks for your patience, the link is now live and everything is up and running, ready for bookings!

Get ready for a week packed with fun, friends and adventure:

🐞 Monday – A Bugs Life
💦 Tuesday – Splash Zone
🏅 Wednesday – Generations Games, Chalk Art & BBQ
🌿 Thursday – Garden Quest
🍿 Friday – Movie Day

✅ Primary school aged children
✅ Book individual days or the whole week
✅ Cooktown Event Centre

🚨 Limited spots available and some days are already SOLD OUT!

Dont miss out on an action-packed week of games, creativity, exploration and fun these school holidays.

Book now using the updated link below 👇

https://www.trybooking.com/DMERM

#CDCCSchoolHolidayProgram #CooktownKids #CooktownFamilies #SchoolHolidayFun #KidsActivities #LimitedSpotsAvailable

We have a winner!
Thank you to everyone who submitted their CDCC Dream Job Business Card for the Cooktown State School Careers Expo. We loved seeing all of your creative ideas and future career aspirations.
A winner has now been selected, and we will be in touch soon regarding your prize.
Congratulations to our winner!
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We have a winner! 
Thank you to everyone who submitted their CDCC Dream Job Business Card for the Cooktown State School Careers Expo. We loved seeing all of your creative ideas and future career aspirations.
A winner has now been selected, and we will be in touch soon regarding your prize.
Congratulations to our winner!

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⏰ EARLY BIRD BOOKINGS CLOSE TODAY! ⏰

🌟 CDCC School Holiday Program 🌟

Primary school aged children | Monday to Friday

✔ Book a day
✔ Book a few days
✔ Book the whole week

🚨 Limited spots remaining.

Dont miss out on our Early Bird discount! Book before midnight tonight to secure your childs place and take advantage of the savings.

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