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Health and Safety

Discover health and safety related initiatives and services

Service Overview

We offer a range of health and wellbeing services and disaster management coordination to the communities we support.

Local disaster management groups

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Places of refuge for constituents

15
Recreational facilities in our footprint
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Our Work

Disaster Management

We operate dedicated services related to disaster management including communication, risk management, planning and compliance.

Health and Wellbeing

Our Health and Wellbeing Program offers opportunities for people living in our communities to enjoy similar levels of physical, emotional and social wellbeing experienced by other Australians. Our Health and Wellbeing team deliver regular activities and initiatives across our region.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you support health and safety in the Torres Strait region?

We support health and safety initiatives for our communities through regular activities, places of refuge for constituents and recreational facilities in our footprint. To find out more, please contact us.


What is disaster management?

Disaster management is the process of effectively preparing for and responding to disasters in the Torres Strait region. We strategically organise resources to lessen the harm caused by disasters. We also take a systematic approach to managing the responsibilities of disaster prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery.


Does the Torres Strait have disaster management groups?

Yes, the Torres Strait has 14 disaster management groups, to find out more about these groups, contact us.


Contact Us

All enquiries, please contact us:

Phone: 07 4034 5700

Email: info@tsirc.qld.gov.au

Postal Address: PO Box 7336 Cairns QLD 4870

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