**Service Update - Severe Weather Impacting ATSILS Services** - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Service (QLD) Ltd

Flooding caused by ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred is disrupting the operations of several ATSILS offices and Queensland Courts across the Southeast Queensland and Wide Bay regions. Our Hervey Bay office is closed today, and other locations in flood-affected areas may also temporarily shut down to prioritize the safety of our clients and staff.

Rest assured, legal assistance is still available! Our dedicated statewide network of officers is here to support you. If you need help or have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us at our toll-free number: 1800 012 255.

QLD Courts

Coolangatta Magistrates Court remains closed. Hervey Bay Magistrates Court will also be closed on Monday 10 March 2025 and urgent matters will be heard in Maroochydore Magistrates Court. All other matters will be administratively adjourned.

Caloundra, Maroochydore, Nambour, Noosa, Gatton and Gympie magistrates courts will re-open on Monday 10 March 2025 and resume full operations.

Please see Magistrates Court Practice Direction 7 of 2025 and severe weather arrangements issued by the Chief Magistrate for further information.

https://www.courts.qld.gov.au/…/822641/mc-pd-7-of-2025.pdf

Stay safe and take care during these challenging times!