Questions about the economy and waste management.

Hi Kate,

Sorry it took me a while to get back to you. I’ve outlined my answers and recommended readings:

1. Under TSIRC Publications in our Resources Page, check the TSIRC Annual Report (2022 – 2023), which describes the Council’s financial performance and includes a breakdown of where their money comes from.

2. If this is related to waste management, please look at TSIRC (2024) ‘Priority Area Two — Local waste management strategy’ in our recommended readings at the end of Design Area 1 — Waste management design brief.

3. Our design brief described that solid wastes on the island typically arise and can be defined from three streams: domestic and municipal, commercial and industrial waste, and construction and demolition. It’s important to distinguish which can be shipped and which can managed via their landfill. Please check DAFF (2024) ‘Moving goods to, from and within Torres Strait’ under TSIRC Publications in our Resources Page to understand the movement of goods from the Torres Strait under the Biosecurity Act 2015.

4. You can find our response to a similar question on this thread.

5. Yes, waste management facilities are part of TSIRC’s operations. The Torres Strait Island Regional Council Deputation Pictogram provides more information about their workforce.

I hope this helps!

Regards,
Jean

• This reply was modified 3 weeks, 3 days ago by Jean Aquinde.