Struck Island facts for kids
| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Location | Northern Australia |
| Coordinates | 16°10′19″S 145°26′53″E / 16.172°S 145.448°E |
| Area | 0.01 km2 (0.0039 sq mi) |
| Administration | |
| State | Queensland |
Struck Island is a tiny island located in Alexandra Bay, Queensland, Australia. It's about 20 kilometers (12 miles) north of the Daintree River's mouth. This small island is also around 40 kilometers (25 miles) north of Port Douglas. Struck Island is part of the beautiful Hope Islands National Park. It's managed by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority and the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service. The island is very small, only about 1 hectare (0.01 square kilometer) in size.
Cultural Importance
The Kuku Yalanji people, who are the traditional owners of this land, have a special belief about Thornton Beach. They believe it's a place that helps bring about new life and growth. In the past, young women from the tribe would spend time at Thornton Beach. After this, they would go to an offshore island, like Struck Island. There, they would receive special cultural markings. These markings were an important part of their journey. They showed that the young women were growing up and ready for new responsibilities in their community.
