Thursday Island, postcode 4875, is a small but historically significant island and suburb located in the Torres Strait, off the northern tip of Cape York Peninsula in Queensland, Australia. Known locally as "TI," it serves as the administrative and commercial hub of the Torres Strait Islands. The island has a rich Indigenous and colonial history, with a multicultural community that includes Torres Strait Islander, Aboriginal, Maori, Pacific Islander, and Asian influences. Its economy is driven by fishing, pearling, and tourism, with visitors drawn to its stunning natural beauty, military history (including WWII relics), and vibrant cultural heritage. The island is also a gateway to exploring the broader Torres Strait region.
| Postcode: | 4875 |
| State: | QLD |
| Coordinates (lat/long): | -9.584901, 143.769211 |
| Federal Electorate: | Leichhardt |