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Cairns to Thursday Island by Aircraft : Qantaslink operate daily flights from Cairns and also from Weipa to nearby Horn Island, connections available to Thursday Island with McDonalds Bus & Ferry Service McDonalds : Provide bus and ferry transport between Thursday Island Horn Island Airport Ph 0740342907 Cairns to Thursday Island by Boat : Seaswift provide weekly departures from Cairns to Thursday Island and Seisia. They can also ship you and your 4WD if you only wish to drive one way. Ph 0740351234 It is imperative that you are aware current Quarantine regulations when travelling in this area. |
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Cairns to Cape York by Vehicle : Choose a Tag – A–Long style trip with an experienced tour company or book a seat with a 4WD Safari operator with camping or accommodation options. There are a number of reputable tour companies offering this service, see our links page. If you prefer to be independent then be sure to check road conditions by contacting RACQ. Cape York to Thursday Island By Boat : Peddells ferries service the Seisia / Thursday Island route with regular departures year round. You can book and ticket online via a secure facility on this website. |
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JUNE: Island of Origin Rugby League Match held each year on Thursday or Badu Islands, usually held over Queens' Birthday long weekend, in June. JULY: Coming of the Light Ceremony: celebrates the arrival of Christianity to Torres Strait 1st July 1871. The occasion is marked each year on July 01. SEPTEMBER: Torres Strait Cultural Festival: held on Thursday Island around Friday 19/9/08. |
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| Thursday Island is well serviced with a range of facilities | |
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Museum, Cultural Centre, Pearl Shops, Restaurants, Café, Bakery, Newsagency, Pharmacy, National Australia Bank, Hospital, Dentist, Hotels, Seafood Factory, Post Office/Commonwealth Bank Agent, Supermarket, TAB, Public Swimming Pool, Camping & Tackle Stores, etc… |
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Information & Reservations: Peddells Thursday Island Tours |
