Hi Joel,
Sorry, it took me a while to get back to you. I’ve outlined below my answers and recommended readings:
1. Check the section on Torres Strait cultural values and connections to land and sea in the Land and Sea Management Strategy for Torres Strait 2016-2036, which can be found on our Resources page.
2. According to our records, all the drone footage was taken on 16th Dec 2023, at 7:30AM for the low tide and 3:40PM for the high tide. You’ll see these details while you’re in the Interactives (navigate via Menu (left side menu)> 360-degree locations > High & low tide comparison).
3&4. The report on Inundation Management on Saibai, Boigu, and Iama Islands (2011) has detailed sections on tidal inundation (flooding) issues concerning seasonal changes and drainage design (culverts and bunds), which can be found in the Additional Information at the end of the Design Area 3 brief.
5) Check the TSIRC Deputation Pictogram for a snapshot of Apprentice & Trainee Programs.
6) Yes, the community is interested in reducing carbon emission levels. Check the TSIRC Community Plan (2009-2029) and Torres Strait—Options to Reduce Regional Carbon Footprint (2012), which can be found on our Resources page.
7) Can you provide us more context on this question, please?
8) Yes, These are common appliances that households have access to. TSIRC also directly manages assets like guest/staff accommodation within the island. A study on energy in remote Indigenous communities is a good read for understanding their energy use and management.
I hope this helps!
Regards,
Jean
Jean Aquinde