Communities in some of Queensland’s most remote areas have helped co-design a range of new factory-built homes.
The one to four-bedroom designs and plug-in modules were developed by the Government Architect and QBuild in consultation with the Torres Strait Island Regional Council to ensure they are not only comfortable but also meet local cultural and environmental needs.
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We are thrilled to announce our partnership with the Salty Monkeys in the development of the Marine Debris Task Force project. Together, we're taking proactive steps to address the pressing issue of ghost nets and marine debris across the Torres Strait.
This collaborative project not only aims to safeguard our precious marine ecosystem but also seeks to strengthen collaboration, create employment opportunities, and foster economic growth within our community.
Sea Swift and Torres Strait Island Regional Council (TSIRC) are working together to advocate to both State and Commonwealth Government for improved marine infrastructure in the Torres Strait after overcoming recent challenges in the delivery of key freight to the region.
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The 2024 Local Government elections are being held on 16/04/2024. Click the below links for more information:
A sustainable future for our valued communities, culture, environment, and infrastructure is one of the Torres Strait Island Regional Council’s (TSIRC) top priorities. As such, TSIRC is excited to present the draft Zenadth Kes Coastal Hazard Adaptation Strategy (CHAS) - a collaborative plan blending Indigenous knowledge, youth perspectives, and climate change expertise to ensure that Torres Strait Island communities continue to thrive in harmony with their environment.
Click here to download the list of opportunities.
Councillor Nona resigned as Division 5 - Badu Councillor effective 27th July 2023.
Council invited nominations to fill this vacant position until the next local government election (March 2024). Council received, considered, and confidentially voted upon five high-quality nominations at their August 2023 Council meeting.
We are delighted to announce that Mrs. Ranetta Wosomo was the successful candidate and will assume the role of Division 5 - Badu Councillor for the remainder of the quadrennial local government term.
The Torres Strait Island Regional Council (TSIRC) is pleased to facilitate the
commemorationof this significant occasion with community events in each of
our 15 Divisions.
All are welcome to join in the celebrations. Free to attend!
For further information, including volunteer opportunities and the event
program for your Division, please contact your local TSIRC office. Additionally,
stay updated by following the TSIRC Facebook account.
Uncle Pabai Pabai and Uncle Paul Kabai have brought a legal case on behalf of all Torres Strait Islanders against the Australian Government.