Torres Strait Regional Authority
(TSRA)
Prime Minister and Cabinet
The Torres Strait Regional Authority (TSRA) has the responsibility to:
- Formulate, coordinate and implement programs for Torres Strait Islander and Aboriginal people living within the region;
- Monitor the effectiveness of these programs, including programs conducted by other bodies;
- Advise the Minister for Indigenous Affairs on matters relating to Torres Strait Islander and Aboriginal Affairs in the Torres Strait;
- Recognise and maintain the special and unique Ailan Kastom of the Torres Strait Islander people living in the Torres Strait Region; and
- Undertake activities necessary to perform its function as defined by the ATSI Act 2005.
ABN 57 155 285 807
Appropriations 36078000
Departmental expenses 47970000
Average staffing level 154
Key People
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Mr. Napau Pedro Stephen AM
(07) 4069 1879
Torres Strait, Qld
PO Box 261, Thursday Island Qld 4875
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Ms Ms. Leilani Bin-Juda
07 4069 1879
Level 1, Torres Strait Haus, 46 Victoria Parade, Thursday Island QLD
PO Box 261, Thursday Island QLD 4875
Further information
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Type of Body
B. Corporate Commonwealth Entity
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GFS Sector Classification
GGS
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Established By / Under
Act / Regulation
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Established By/Under More info
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Act 2005
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Annual Report Prepared and tabled?
Yes
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Classification
A. Principal
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Materiality
Small
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GFS Function / Sector Reported
Social Security and Welfare;Other Economic Affairs Culture
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PS Act Body
Yes - Statutory Agency
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Auditor
ANAO
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Creation Date
1 July 1994
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Postal Address
PO Box 261, Thursday Island QLD 4875
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