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URL","value":"/content/dam/teq/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/nesha-and-pups.jpg",":type":"string","multiValue":false},"author_profile_URL":{"dataType":"string","title":"Author Profile URL","value":"https://en.gravatar.com/bed3109aa08b88a3683d2c1fbab7355a",":type":"string","multiValue":false},"title":{"dataType":"string","title":"Title","value":"A local’s guide to the inner islands of the Torres Strait",":type":"string","multiValue":false},"content":{"dataType":"string","title":"Content","value":"\u003Cp\u003EIf you venture beyond the tip of \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/explore-queensland/tropical-north-queensland/places-to-visit/cape-york\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ECape York\u003C/a\u003E, you’ll stumble upon a cluster of tropical islands where the lifestyle is laid back, the beaches are unspoiled and the fishing is second to none.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThese tiny specks that sit between Papua New Guinea and mainland Australia are the islands of the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/explore-queensland/tropical-north-queensland/places-to-visit/torres-strait\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ETorres Strait\u003C/a\u003E and one of them is my home.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ELet me show you around the central islands of the Torres Strait, a place so untouched, you’ll know why David Attenborough was so enamoured with the place.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E(In fact, there’s a spider found only on Horn Island in the Torres Strait named after the legend himself! \u003Cem\u003EPrethopalpus attenboroughi\u003C/em\u003E – or Attenborough’s goblin spider – is named in recognition of Sir David’s significant contribution to natural history and promotion of the world’s biodiversity.)\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EEat\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_44125\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-44125\" class=\"wp-image-44125 size-full\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/uncle-frankies-cafe-thursday-island.jpg\" alt=\"Uncle Frankies Cafe, Thursday Island | A local's guide to the central islands of the Torres Strait\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/uncle-frankies-cafe-thursday-island.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/uncle-frankies-cafe-thursday-island-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/uncle-frankies-cafe-thursday-island-335x223.jpg 335w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-44125\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhoto by Uncle Frankies Cafe via \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/islandrooster/\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003EFacebook\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/destination%20information/thursday-island\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003EThursday Island\u003C/a\u003E is the main island where most of the commerce happens. Called Waibene or T.I. by the locals, the main strip (Douglas Street) includes shops, boutique clothing stores and cafes like Uncle Frankies Café.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EPerfect for a coffee on the go or a sit-down brekkie, this spot brings a little taste of the city to the islands and is perfect for lazy mornings.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_44123\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-44123\" class=\"wp-image-44123 size-full\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/friday-island-kazu-pearl-social-only.jpg\" alt=\"Friday Island Kazu Pearl Restaurant | A local's guide to the central islands of the Torres Strait\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/friday-island-kazu-pearl-social-only.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/friday-island-kazu-pearl-social-only-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/friday-island-kazu-pearl-social-only-335x223.jpg 335w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-44123\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhotos by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/neru.beckley\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ENeru Beckley\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you’re looking for something a little exotic, try fresh seafood and Japanese cuisine at Kazu Pearl on Friday Island. It’s a short 15-minute boat ride from T.I. and you can charter a private return trip with Wis Wei Charters.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe fish is caught fresh off the wharf and served to you in traditional Japanese fashion. You’ll even be able to taste pearl shell meat and, if you book in advance, owner Kazuyoshi Takami will also host a private tour around the working pearl farm.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-44127\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/friday-island-cast-net.jpg\" alt=\"Cast Netting on Friday Island, Torres Strait\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/friday-island-cast-net.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/friday-island-cast-net-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/friday-island-cast-net-335x223.jpg 335w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWhile you’re on Friday Island, laze around on the beach, take a dip in the crystal-clear water or try your luck at fishing.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EDrink\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_44129\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-44129\" class=\"wp-image-44129 size-full\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/torres-hotel-social-only.jpg\" alt=\"Torres Strait Hotel Thursday Island | A local's guide to the central islands of the Torres Strait\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/torres-hotel-social-only.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/torres-hotel-social-only-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/torres-hotel-social-only-335x223.jpg 335w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-44129\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhoto by Torres Straits Hotel via \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/Torres-Straits-Hotel-155442127988236/?ref=br_rs\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003EFacebook\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EA visit to the Torres Strait wouldn’t be complete without enjoying a beer in Australia’s northern-most pub; The Torres Hotel. With an active nightlife and regular community events, this little pub is a favourite watering hole amongst locals.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThis is the best spot to have a yarn (chat) with its friendly patrons to hear stories about the Torres Strait and its \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://blog.queensland.com/2017/06/01/torres-strait-culture/\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003Erich history\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_44128\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-44128\" class=\"wp-image-44128 size-full\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/federal-hotel-thursday-island-social-only.jpg\" alt=\"Federal Hotel Mural Thursday Island | A local's guide to the central islands of the Torres Strait\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/federal-hotel-thursday-island-social-only.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/federal-hotel-thursday-island-social-only-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/federal-hotel-thursday-island-social-only-335x223.jpg 335w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-44128\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhoto by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100008123328289\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003EMichael Muhamad\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EOverlooking the waterfront and hugging the esplanade is the popular Federal Hotel (known to the locals as Fedz). While it looks like a regular ol’ pub from the outside, the large tinted windows offer spectacular views of the harbour.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EInside you’ll find the famous Joe’s Bar mural which has been maintained since the pub first opened. PS. It’s also the only pub in town with air-conditioning so you’ll definitely end up here on hot days.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EStay\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_44132\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-44132\" class=\"wp-image-44132 size-full\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/jardine-motel-thursday-island-social-only.jpg\" alt=\"Jardine Motel Thursday Island | A local's guide to the central islands of the Torres Strait\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/jardine-motel-thursday-island-social-only.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/jardine-motel-thursday-island-social-only-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/jardine-motel-thursday-island-social-only-335x223.jpg 335w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-44132\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhoto by Jardine Motel via \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/The-Jardine-Hotel-Thursday-Island-181443715234120/?ref=br_rs\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003EFacebook\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EBoasting outdoor pool dining and an intimate indoor restaurant, the Jardine Motel on T.I. is a popular place to spend a romantic night or two.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you’re looking for something a little more lively, head to the Grand Hotel. Located on a hillside, some rooms enjoy 180-degree ocean views. This family-run hotel includes a restaurant, conference room, public bar and gaming room. Guests are also treated to complimentary buffet breakfast.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EPlay\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter size-standard-landscape wp-image-44151\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/gab-titui-cultural-centre-thursday-island-691x461.jpg\" alt=\"Gab Titui Cultural Centre Thursday Island\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/gab-titui-cultural-centre-thursday-island-691x461.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/gab-titui-cultural-centre-thursday-island-1048x699.jpg 1048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Torres Strait’s \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/explore-queensland/tropical-north-queensland/things-to-see-and-do/indigenous-culture\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003Eextraordinary culture\u003C/a\u003E is expressed through art and if you visit the Gab Titui Cultural Centre on T.I., you’ll be amazed at the variety of artwork on display. From intricate modern lino art to historic artefacts, masks and headdresses, the gallery is a safe keeping place for these cultural assets.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAnd, when you get peckish, the Ilan Café serves light meals on the deck overlooking the harbour.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_44152\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-44152\" class=\"wp-image-44152 size-full\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/box-beach-falls-social-only.jpg\" alt=\"Box Beach Waterfalls | A local's guide to the central islands of the Torres Strait\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/box-beach-falls-social-only.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/box-beach-falls-social-only-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/box-beach-falls-social-only-335x223.jpg 335w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-44152\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhoto by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/aleysha.yorkston\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003EAleysha Yorkston\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ELove exploring? Charter a water taxi and visit the largest island in the Torres Strait – Prince of Wales. In its past life, the island was used as a cattle station and years later it now has a surviving population of wild cattle, goat and rusa deer. Most locals love to escape to Prince of Wales to cool off at one of its many waterfalls.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_44154\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-44154\" class=\"wp-image-44154 size-full\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/prince-of-wales-island-torres-strait-social-only.jpg\" alt=\"Beach on Prince of Wales Island | A local's guide to the central islands of the Torres Strait\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/prince-of-wales-island-torres-strait-social-only.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/prince-of-wales-island-torres-strait-social-only-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/prince-of-wales-island-torres-strait-social-only-335x223.jpg 335w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-44154\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhoto by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/anton.majid.10\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003EAnton Majid\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Torres Strait is scattered with pristine beaches and every island offers a different adventure. If you’re up for a hike, charter a course to Goods Island and trek up the hillside to the see the forts used during WWII, or take a leisurely stroll to the historic St Joseph’s Catholic Church on Hammond Island.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_44155\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-44155\" class=\"wp-image-44155 size-full\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/dolphins-torres-strait-social-only.jpg\" alt=\"Dolphins in the Torres Strait | A local's guide to the central islands of the Torres Strait\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/dolphins-torres-strait-social-only.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/dolphins-torres-strait-social-only-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/dolphins-torres-strait-social-only-335x223.jpg 335w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-44155\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhoto by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/jslaifoo\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ESharon Laifoo\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you’re an avid angler, you’ll be spoilt with fishing spots. Try casting behind the rip tides of Bluefish Point on Prince of Wales Island, or troll the reef’s edge of the neighbouring islands. And while you troll along, you’ll see the Torres Strait’s active marine life, from turtles to jumping rays and even dolphins.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EShop\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_44159\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-44159\" class=\"wp-image-44159 size-full\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/monas-bazaar-social-only.png\" alt=\"Monas Bazaar Thursday Island | A local's guide to the central islands of the Torres Strait\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/monas-bazaar-social-only.png 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/monas-bazaar-social-only-300x200.png 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/monas-bazaar-social-only-335x223.png 335w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-44159\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhotos by Monas Bazaar via \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/MonasBazaar/\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003EFacebook\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThere’s no better place to pick up a souvenir to commemorate your time in the Torres Strait than the iconic Monas Bazaar. You could spend hours browsing the racks of colourful floral dresses, traditional artefacts and modern clothing options. \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/things-to-see-and-do/indigenous-culture\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003EIndigenous artwork\u003C/a\u003E, music and jewellery are also available.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWander down Douglas Street and you’ll find other little shops and takeaway outlets.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003ELocal’s Tip\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cdiv id=\"attachment_44158\" style=\"width: 701px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"\u003E\u003Cimg aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-44158\" class=\"wp-image-44158 size-full\" src=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/green-hill-fort-thursday-island.jpg\" alt=\"Green Hill Fort Thursday Island | A local's guide to the central islands of the Torres Strait\" width=\"691\" height=\"461\" srcset=\"https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/green-hill-fort-thursday-island.jpg 691w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/green-hill-fort-thursday-island-300x200.jpg 300w, https://blog.queensland.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/green-hill-fort-thursday-island-335x223.jpg 335w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 691px) 100vw, 691px\" /\u003E\u003Cp id=\"caption-attachment-44158\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"\u003EPhoto by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/kantesha_takai/\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003E@kantesha_takai\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003C/div\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you’re a budding photographer, you’ll love the Torres Strait, especially Green Hill on Thursday Island.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EPack a picnic basket and your camera and head up to the Green Hill Fort. You’ll be rewarded with stunning 360-degree ocean views and it’s the perfect place to watch the sun set over Prince of Wales, Friday Island and Goods Island.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EWhen to visit\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Torres Strait has two seasons: wet and dry. To avoid stingers and the rain, it’s always best to visit during the dry season, from May to September.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003ESpeak like the locals\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ETorres Strait Islanders are multilingual and the common language is Creole (broken English). Here are some easy Creole words you can use next time you visit:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EEso = Thank you. Pronounced “Ess-Or”\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EWa = Yes. Pronounced “Wah”\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ENor = No. Pronounced “Nor”\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EYawo = Goodbye. Pronounced “Ya-wor”\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EGetting there\u003C/h2\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EYou can visit the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/destination%20information/torres-strait-islands\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ETorres Strait Islands\u003C/a\u003E by plane, car or cruise.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EQantas fly daily from Cairns to \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/destination%20information/horn-island\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003EHorn Island\u003C/a\u003E. Services such as McDonald Charter Boats will then ferry you across to \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/destination%20information/thursday-island\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003EThursday Island\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you’re driving the \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/journey/pacific-coast-way\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003EPacific Coast Way\u003C/a\u003E to Cape York, you can catch a \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/transport/peddells-thursday-island-tours\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003Eferry\u003C/a\u003E across to Thursday Island.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EArriving by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.queensland.com/plan-your-trip/holiday-type/cruise\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003Ecruise\u003C/a\u003E? Your ship will anchor in the harbour, and you’ll be taken to Thursday Island by tender.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch2\u003EHAVE YOU BEEN TO THE TORRES STRAIT? WHAT WAS YOUR FAVOURITE EXPERIENCE?\u003C/h2\u003E\n",":type":"text/plain","multiValue":false},"date":{"dataType":"calendar","title":"Date","value":1496952016000,":type":"calendar","multiValue":false},"date_modified":{"dataType":"calendar","title":"Date Modified","value":1580941500000,":type":"calendar","multiValue":false},"excerpt":{"dataType":"string","title":"Excerpt","value":"\u003Cp\u003ELet me show you around a place so untouched that you’d think it belonged in a David Attenborough documentary.\u003C/p\u003E\n",":type":"string","multiValue":false},"slug":{"dataType":"string","title":"Slug","value":"torres-strait-locals-guide",":type":"string","multiValue":false},"featured_image":{"dataType":"string","title":"Featured Image","value":"/content/dam/teq/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/friday-island-torres-strait.jpg",":type":"string","multiValue":false},"post_thumbnail":{"dataType":"string","title":"Post Thumbnail","value":"/content/dam/teq/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/friday-island-torres-strait.jpg",":type":"string","multiValue":false}},"elementsOrder":["global_id","status","URL","author_first_name","author_last_name","author_name","author_URL","author_avatar_URL","author_profile_URL","title","content","date","date_modified","excerpt","slug","featured_image","post_thumbnail"],"model":"teq/models/blog"},"editorial_introducti":{":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-introduction"},"editorial_hero_banne":{"title":"Local’s guide to the Torres Strait Islands","layoutVariation":"standardWidth","tag":{"colour":"#365ABD","text":"Guide"},"breadcrumbItems":[{"active":false,"title":"Home","url":"/content/teq/gb/en/home.html"},{"active":false,"title":"Cairns and Great Barrier Reef","url":"/content/teq/gb/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef.html"},{"active":false,"title":"Torres Strait","url":"/content/teq/gb/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/torres-strait.html"},{"active":true,"title":"Torres Strait locals guide","url":"/content/teq/gb/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/torres-strait/torres-strait-locals-guide.html"}],"gallery":{"mediaCollection":[{"mediaType":"image","mediaProps":{"fileFormat":"","sku":"","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/hero-banner/2007_TNQ_FridayIsland_Indigenous_122807.jpg","alt":"Friday Island, Torres Strait, Tropical North Queensland","title":null,"link":null,"mobileSrc":"","attribution":null,"quality":60},"mediaPropsSlide":null}]},":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-hero-banner"},"editorialauthor":{"name":"Sophia\t McMeekin","resourcePath":"/content/teq/gb/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/torres-strait/torres-strait-locals-guide/jcr:content/root/responsivegrid/editorialauthor","publishedDateISO":"2020-09-08T07:16:42.290Z",":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorialauthor","image":{"src":"/home/users/e/eekni8s1GiIXajdgLSFl/profile.profile.image","alt":"Sophia\t McMeekin"}},"editorial_description":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EIf you venture beyond the tip of \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/us/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/cape-york.html\"\u003ECape York\u003C/a\u003E, you’ll stumble upon a cluster of tropical islands where the lifestyle is laid back, the beaches are unspoiled and the fishing is second to none.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThese tiny specks that sit between Papua New Guinea and mainland Australia are the islands of the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/us/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/torres-strait.html\"\u003ETorres Strait\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ERich in \u003Cu\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/indigenous/torres-strait-culture.html\"\u003Elocal culture\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/u\u003E, art and history, there’s something special about these sleepy, welcoming islands. You can feel the magic as soon as you dip your toes in the sand.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EGet to know the central islands of the Torres Strait – each its own little slice of paradise – with this guide to the best food, drink, accommodation and things to do.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EEat\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image1eea4d75-2a42-472a-8580-190c6f039e45":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2015_TNQ_KazuPearlFarm_Islands_DarrenJew_122812.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2015_TNQ_KazuPearlFarm_Islands_DarrenJew_122812.jpg","alt":"Pearl Farm, Friday Island | Torres Strait","srcUriTemplate":"/gb/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/torres-strait/torres-strait-locals-guide/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image1eea4d75-2a42-472a-8580-190c6f039e45.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1599549401935/2015-tnq-kazupearlfarm-islands-darrenjew-122812.jpeg","uuid":"067106f0-9431-4e81-9034-b7c04d7cb82f","lazyEnabled":false,":type":"teq/components/image"},"textab17ed3c-0ea1-4f8b-8bb7-e4d8630c648e":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/us/en/places-to-see/destination-information/p-56b25dac2880253d74c451a3-thursday-island\"\u003EThursday Island\u003C/a\u003E is the main island and the commerce centre. Called Waibene or T.I. by the locals, the main strip along Douglas Street is home to shops, boutique clothing stores and cafes, including local favourite, Uncle Frankies Café.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EPerfect for a coffee on the go or a sit-down breakfast, this spot brings a little taste of the city to the islands and is perfect for lazy mornings. Another popular local coffee spot is Makai Cafe; leave a little extra time to have a chat when you get here. \u003Ci\u003E\u003C/i\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you’re looking for a completely unique Torres Strait food experience, try the fresh seafood and Japanese cuisine at Kazu Pearl Farm on Friday Island. It’s a short 15-minute boat ride from T.I. and you can charter a private return trip with Wis Wei Charters.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe fish is caught fresh off the wharf and served to you in traditional Japanese courses. You’ll even be able to taste pearl shell meat and, if you book in advance, owner Kazuyoshi Takami will also host a private tour around the working pearl farm.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFriday Island is famous for its crystal-clear blue waters, so, while you’re there, be sure to find a spot on the sand or try your luck throwing in a line. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EDrink\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"imagea74b95ce-ae55-44d2-b5b8-8ff312b0dc7d":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2019_TNQ_TorresHotel_FoodBeverage_@peddellsthursdayislandtours.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2019_TNQ_TorresHotel_FoodBeverage_@peddellsthursdayislandtours.jpg","alt":"Torres Hotel | Thursday Island","srcUriTemplate":"/gb/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/torres-strait/torres-strait-locals-guide/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/imagea74b95ce-ae55-44d2-b5b8-8ff312b0dc7d.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1599549401972/2019-tnq-torreshotel-foodbeverage-%40peddellsthursdayislandtours.jpeg","uuid":"f096000a-bff5-46db-ac5b-a310f6b01215","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Photo by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/peddellsthursdayislandtours/\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003E@peddellsthursdayislandtours\u003C/a\u003E ",":type":"teq/components/image"},"text7283c9e2-9ad3-4ab2-bc95-7bd6316683f3":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EA visit to the Torres Strait wouldn’t be complete without a cold beer in Australia’s northern-most pub; The Torres Hotel. With an active nightlife and regular community events, this little pub is a favourite watering hole among the locals.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EHave a yarn (chat) with its friendly patrons and hear stories about the Torres Strait and its \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/indigenous/torres-strait-culture.html\"\u003Erich history\u003C/a\u003E.\u003Ci\u003E\u003C/i\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOverlooking the waterfront and hugging the esplanade is the popular Federal Hotel (known to the locals as ‘Fedz’). While it looks like a quintessential old Queensland pub from the outside, the large tinted windows offer spectacular views of the harbour.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EInside you’ll find the famous Joe’s Bar mural which has been maintained since the pub first opened. It’s also the only pub in town with air-conditioning so it’s a must on hot days.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EStay\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"image65fe396b-2fd5-46a0-a9a0-a3b5b1b1f8ec":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2020_TNQ_JardineMotelThursdayIsland_HotelsAndMotels_JardineMotelFB.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2020_TNQ_JardineMotelThursdayIsland_HotelsAndMotels_JardineMotelFB.jpg","alt":"Jardine Motel Thursday Island | A local's guide to the central islands of the Torres Strait","srcUriTemplate":"/gb/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/torres-strait/torres-strait-locals-guide/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image65fe396b-2fd5-46a0-a9a0-a3b5b1b1f8ec.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1599549402006/2020-tnq-jardinemotelthursdayisland-hotelsandmotels-jardinemotelfb.jpeg","uuid":"0c02fdb8-465d-41b1-b6f2-e3d2ced8bc53","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Photo by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/The-Jardine-Hotel-Thursday-Island-181443715234120/\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003E Jardine Motel \u003C/a\u003E via FB",":type":"teq/components/image"},"textf6a3c0db-7271-4078-9c32-8bb9470af129":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EBoasting an outdoor pool and an intimate indoor restaurant, the Jardine Motel on Thursday Island is the perfect choice if you’re after a romantic accommodation option.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you’re looking for something a little more lively, head to the Grand Hotel. Located on a hillside, some rooms enjoy 180-degree ocean views. This family-run hotel includes a restaurant, conference room, public bar and gaming room. Guests are also treated to complimentary buffet breakfast.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EPlay\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"image1e9023b7-ede0-422a-a00a-ae0f6293dc48":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2020_TNQ_ThursdayIslandmarina_Islands_@peddellsthursdayislandtours.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2020_TNQ_ThursdayIslandmarina_Islands_@peddellsthursdayislandtours.jpg","alt":"Thursday Island marina | Torres Strait Islands","srcUriTemplate":"/gb/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/torres-strait/torres-strait-locals-guide/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image1e9023b7-ede0-422a-a00a-ae0f6293dc48.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1599549402039/2020-tnq-thursdayislandmarina-islands-%40peddellsthursdayislandtours.jpeg","uuid":"a4dd7c62-9802-4007-8204-9bb86be35a93","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Photo by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/peddellsthursdayislandtours/\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003E@peddellsthursdayislandtours\u003C/a\u003E ",":type":"teq/components/image"},"textcd852019-2d70-4867-8d6e-3134df2da9d4":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Torres Strait’s \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/explore-queensland/tropical-north-queensland/things-to-see-and-do/indigenous-culture\"\u003Eextraordinary culture\u003C/a\u003E is expressed through art and if you visit the Gab Titui Cultural Centre on T.I., you’ll be amazed at the variety of artwork on display. From intricate modern lino art to historic artefacts, masks and headdresses, the gallery is a safe keeping place for these awe-inspiring cultural assets.\u003Ci\u003E\u003C/i\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ELove exploring? There's \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/us/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/torres-strait/things-to-do-in-torres-strait.html\"\u003Eplenty to do\u003C/a\u003E on these islands. Charter a water taxi or service like \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/us/en/plan-your-holiday/transport/p-56b25f557b935fbe730de9a1-peddells-thursday-island-tours\"\u003EPeddells Thursday Island Tours\u003C/a\u003E, and visit the largest island in the Torres Strait; Prince of Wales. In its past life, the island was used as a cattle station and years later it now has a surviving population of wild cattle, goat and rusa deer. Locals love to escape to Prince of Wales to cool off around one of its many waterfalls.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"image26280287-fcce-460b-b01c-987f38322939":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2019_TNQ_ThursdayIsland_GreenHillFort_Islands_@peddellsthursdayislandtours.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2019_TNQ_ThursdayIsland_GreenHillFort_Islands_@peddellsthursdayislandtours.jpg","alt":"Green Hill Fort Thursday Island | Torres Strait Islands","srcUriTemplate":"/gb/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/torres-strait/torres-strait-locals-guide/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image26280287-fcce-460b-b01c-987f38322939.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1599549402072/2019-tnq-thursdayisland-greenhillfort-islands-%40peddellsthursdayislandtours.jpeg","uuid":"f2e6d442-cabc-4fa9-9e90-ed0572c81387","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Photo by \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/peddellsthursdayislandtours/\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003E@peddellsthursdayislandtours\u003C/a\u003E ",":type":"teq/components/image"},"textdd8434e5-7411-4a04-a839-eff8156c82eb":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Torres Strait is scattered with pristine beaches and every island offers a different adventure. If you’re up for a hike, charter a course to Goods Island and trek up the hillside to see the forts used during WWII, or take a stroll to the historic St Joseph’s Catholic Church on Hammond Island.\u003Ci\u003E\u003C/i\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAvid anglers are spoilt for fishing spots. Try casting behind the rip tides of Bluefish Point on Prince of Wales Island, or troll the reef’s edge of the neighbouring islands. And while you troll along, you might spot the Torres Strait’s active marine life, including turtles, jumping rays and even dolphins.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAnd budding photographers will be in heaven. The Torres Strait is famously photogenic, especially Green Hill on Thursday Island.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EPack a picnic basket and your camera and head up to the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-5aaa3972a7e66eea2fcd5975-green-hill-fort\"\u003EGreen Hill Fort\u003C/a\u003E. You’ll be rewarded with stunning 360-degree ocean views. It’s the perfect place to watch the sun set over Prince of Wales, Friday Island and Goods Island.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EShop\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","richText":true,":type":"teq/components/text"},"text58f0702c-0d0c-4e71-9a3e-a0acfbf1f432":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EStop by the iconic Monas Bazaar to pick up a souvenir to commemorate your time in the Torres Strait. You could spend hours browsing the racks of colourful floral dresses, traditional artefacts and indigenous artwork. Music, jewellery and books are also available.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWander down Douglas Street and you’ll find other little shops and takeaway outlets.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003ETribal Boutique is a must for pearls and unique jewellery, with locally designed pieces made with local seeds, glass and wooden beads, and pearls sources from Roko Island and Turtle Head..\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EWhen to visit\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Torres Strait has two seasons: wet and dry. To avoid stinging jellyfish (affectionately known as stingers) and the rain, it’s best to visit during the dry season, from May to September.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EEvery second September, Thursday Island holds the Winds Of Zenadth Cultural Festival where the communities of the Torres Strait descend on the island in a celebration to showcase their individual customs and cultures. 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