TSRA announces temporary closure of Gab Titui Cultural Centre

In response to the impact of COVID-19, The Torres Strait Regional Authority closed the Gab Titui Cultural Centre on Thursday Island to the general public.

The Centre closed on Tuesday 24 March, in order to comply with community health directives from the State and Australian Governments.

The Centre’s scheduled programme of events have now been postponed or cancelled until further notice and includes a number of important exhibitions.

See the full media release on the TSRA website for details - https://bit.ly/33MBwRi

The Culture, Art and Heritage Programme team is working on alternative delivery of activities to service the communities, which will be shared with the public in due course.

Artists and cultural practitioners with concerns or questions can contact the Culture, Art and Heritage Programme to discuss.

Phone: GTCC – Culture, Art and Heritage Programme 07 4069 0888 ... See more

Unfortunately, COVID-19 has impacted many sole traders, including our fishermen.

https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2020/feb/23/coronavirus-hits-torres-straits-traditional-fishers-as-rock-lobster-market-hits-rock-bottom ... See more

China’s ban on live seafood imports has taken a huge toll on island communities at a time when crayfish are at their most bountiful ... See more

If you’re self-isolating and looking for a new indoor hobby, have you thought of taking up cooking?

Our very own Aunty Jenelle Gebadi shares her ilan kai kai kooking recipes weekly in the Torres News.

Aunty Jenelle’s latest recipe is for her yummy Semur Chicken.

We also want to see your take on Semur Chicken, please share your pics in the comments below. ... See more

Families, this is why it’s important to stay home as much as possible and only go out if it’s essential.

This diagram is a perfect example of how quickly the virus can spread. ... See more

It's not our hospitals, it's not our governments, it's not the scientists. It's YOU!

YOU have the power to reduce #covid19? Here is a simple illustration that shows how! 👇 ... See more

Good Afternoon families. For those travelling between Horn Island and TI for work, please note new McDonald Ferry times to come into effect as of the 29th March 2020. ... See more

SUNDAY 29/03/20 - UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

Good afternoon everyone,

Due to the current travel limitations caused by the COVID-19 pandemic we are no longer running our normal ferry and bus schedule until further notice. Here is our timetable for the 29th of March until further notice. This ferry timetable is also available on our website. Please note that our schedule is subject to change at any time without notice. If anyone has any specific requirements outside of these times please contact us for our consideration as we may be able to assist. We aim to provide the community with the best support we can in these times. If you have any queries in regards to our service please contact our office on 1300 664 875. Please share and stay safe ❤️ ... See more

Reminder to families in the Torres Shire region, early voting has opened.

Important information from Electoral Commission Queensland regarding Early Voting.

#2020LOCALGOVTELECTIONS ... See more

Please help us in welcoming our new Board President, Mrs Ivy Trevallion.

Mrs Trevallion was officially appointed to the position of Board President in February 2020, replacing the former president Mrs Margaret Cowley, who had held the vital role for nine consecutive years.

“I am pleased to be welcomed back to the Board and am honoured to be appointed the President role. I hope to carry on from the amazing work and leadership shown by Mrs Cowley. I would like to acknowledge and thank Mrs Cowley for her dedication and commitment to TSIMA over the many years as both a Board Member and the President,” Mrs Trevallion said.

“Moving forward, I aim to strengthen TIMSA’s position within our communities and further connect the voices and culture of the Torres Strait through media.” ... See more

If you've missed the announcement yesterday, please note that the Torres Shire Council has closed our shire borders, with restricted travel rules in place. Please keep safe families. ... See more

PUBLIC NOTICE
Travel from Mainland Australia into Torres Shire is closed except for medical and emergency personnel.

Yesterday, a State Disaster Declaration was approved by the State Disaster Coordinator, effectively restricting access. Entry into Torres Shire will only be by application to Torres Shire Council (and other councils for their LGAs) on a case-by-case basis.

Only essential travel by Qantas and Skytrans from Cairns Airport into Horn Island Airport to our shire communities will be permitted. The only exceptions to this restriction are Emergency Services, Health and approved providers for provision of food and fuel. All community access will be on a case-by-case basis.

Torres Shire Council advises that all Community Access Requests must be in writing to Torres Shire Council through the CEO. Travel to and from our communities and between islands is restricted to essential travel only. ... See more

Attention Torres Strait emerging filmmakers, this is a great opportunity for you to bring your stories to life. ... See more

Screen Australia’s Indigenous Department and NITV are calling for applications for the No Ordinary Black short film initiative aimed at emerging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander filmmakers. ... See more