James Cook University – Thursday Island Campus

Located in the island's heritage courthouse building, the facility improves access to tertiary education for locals of this remote region of Queensland.

Thursday Island is the administrative heart of the Torres Strait. The island’s population is a diverse mix of cultures, due largely to its geography and intriguing history. Beche-de-mer, pearls, trochus shells and even some gold attracted speculators from many parts of the world. Today the main industries are fishing and aquaculture. Find out more about Torres Strait.