Erub Island

Erub Island, also known as Darnley Island, is a volcanic island in the eastern Torres Strait, Queensland, Australia. The island covers approximately 5.7 square kilometers and has a population of around 326 residents. The community primarily speaks Brokan, a Torres Strait Creole, and Meriam Mir, the traditional language. Erub Island is renowned for its rich cultural heritage, including the All Saints Anglican Church, a heritage-listed site constructed in 1919. The island celebrates the annual "Coming of the Light" festival on July 1st, commemorating the arrival of the London Missionary Society in 1871. The local economy is supported by two stores, a primary school, and a health center. Accommodation options include Norah's Guest House and council-run dongas. The island is accessible via Darnley Island Airport, connecting it to Thursday Island and Cairns.