Holy Trinity Church, Saibai Island

Holy Trinity Church is a rectangular timber-framed building with iron-clad roof located near the coast of Saibai Island. The structure reflects practical construction methods developed for tropical island conditions in the Torres Strait.

The church was built as part of the Anglican expansion into the Torres Strait Islands during the 1800s. It represents the religious development that shaped the northern territories of Queensland.

The structure combines Anglican architectural elements with adaptations suited to the tropical climate of the Torres Strait region.

The island is accessible only by boat or small aircraft from the Queensland mainland, so travel requires advance planning. The building remains in active use for regular services and community gatherings.

The church sits just 4 kilometers from Papua New Guinea, making it Australia's northernmost Anglican place of worship. Its position marks a symbolic border point between two nations.

Location: Queensland

GPS coordinates: -9.38030,142.61940

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:42