An Access Application will need to be lodged at least 48 hrs in advance with Torres Shire Council or NPARC. To obtain an Application please visit the NPARC / Torres Shire Council websites. Passengers must present their Approved Application upon boarding to be Checked by Qld Police upon departure. Essential or Urgent Travel only. In the context of Novel coronavirus (COVID-19) “Essential Definition”: “absolutely necessary; extremely important” Essential or Urgent will include: Doctors or nurses or medical workers Paramedics Police Defence Force personnel Emergency Services personnel Essential Services personnel (e.g. Ergon, Telstra, Trility) Family members returning locally after self-quarantining as prescribed OR clear of symptoms of COVID-19 Contractors by invitation & conditions after self-quarantining as prescribed OR clear of symptoms of COVID-19 Personnel authorised by NPARC Essential or Urgent will NOT include: Tourists Visitors (uninvited) Carrier Notice: The carrier reserves the absolute right to decline ferry travel departing Thursday Island Or Seisia • In the interest of community safety, those with symptoms of fever, cough, and/or breathlessness will need to postpone travels to prevent from being denied boarding Travel recommendations to ensure passenger and crew safety All passengers to protect themselves and others by following these travel recommendations to prevent the spread of the virus: • Frequent hand washing • Practice a cough and sneeze etiquette • Social distancing