Norfolk Island
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35 km2 Norfolk Island /ˈnɔrfək ˈaɪlənd/ ( listen) (Norfuk: Norfuk Ailen) is a small island in the Pacific Ocean located between
Australia, New Zealand and New Caledonia. The island is part of the
Commonwealth of Australia, but it enjoys a large degree of
self-governance.
Norfolk Island was first settled by East Polynesian seafarers either
from the Kermadec Islands north of New Zealand or from the North
Island of New Zealand. They arrived in the fourteenth or fifteenth
century, and survived for several generations before disappearing.
Sir John Call argued the advantages of Norfolk Island in that it was
uninhabited and that flax grew there. In 1786 the British government
included Norfolk Island as an auxiliary settlement, as proposed by
John Call, in its plan for colonization of New South Wales.
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large green Norfolk Island pine tree centered in the slightly wider
white band; green stands for the rich vegetation on the island, and
the pine tree - endemic to the island - is a symbol of Norfolk Islandnote:
somewhat reminiscent of the flag of Canada with its use of
Norfolk Island International Airport (IATA: NLK, ICAO: YSNF) is the
only airport on Norfolk Island, an external territory of Australia.
Norfolk Island international Airport is an important transit and
refueling point for light aircraft flying between Australia, New
Zealand and the Pacific Islands.
Norfolk Island as a stepping stone, is usually beyond their
capabilities.
From New Caledonia other Pacific Islands such as Vanuatu and Fiji are
within range and can be used as further 'stepping stones' to the other
South Pacific and North Pacific destinations.
Norfolk Island is an island in the South Pacific Ocean, an
Australian territory. It is 1600 km (1000 mi.) east of Sydney and
Brisbane and 1000 km (620 mi.) northwest of Auckland.
Norfolk Island was a penal colony for the British colony of New South
Wales during the periods 1788–1814 and 1825–1855. In 1856 it was
settled by former inhabitants of the second largest of the Pitcairn
Islands.
Norfolk Island's immigration control is separate from Australian
immigration control and the island imposes extra restrictions on
visitors above those imposed by Australia.
NORFOLK ISLAND is situated in an isolated position in the Pacific
Ocean. It is some 1600 Kilometres east-north-east of Sydney, 1050
Kilometres northwest of Auckland and 700 kilometres south of Noumea.
Norfolk Island is of volcanic origin and may have been joined in the
past to both Lord Howe Island and New Zealand, as the flora and fauna
have many similarities with those of New Zealand and Polynesia.
Norfolk Island stamps are sought after by many within the philatelic
world, and the territory has a long established and active
participation in the collector market.
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Glenn McNeill is lead to the Norfolk Island court house in Kingston in
2007 and inset, Janelle Patton, who was killed in 2002.
Norfolk Island (nôr'fuk) , officially Territory of Norfolk
Island, island (2005 est. pop. 1,800), 13 sq mi (34 sq km), South
Pacific, a territory of Australia, c.1,035 mi (1,670 km) NE of Sydney.
Its capital is Kingston.
Norfolk Island was annexed to Tasmania in 1844, became a dependency of
New South Wales in 1896, and was transferred to the Commonwealth of
Australia in 1913.
The island is governed under the Norfolk Island Act of 1979. An
administrator, appointed by the governor-general of Australia, heads
the government. Members of the nine-seat Legislative Assembly are
indirectly elected for three-year terms. Limited self-rule was granted
to Norfolk Island in 1979.
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Norfolk Island is but a speck on the surrounding two million empty
square miles of seascape.
unique Pitcairn culture that make Norfolk Island a paradise on Earth.
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Just over two hours flying time from Sydney or Brisbane and just under
two hours from Auckland lies what Captain James Cook described in 1774
as “paradise on earth”.
extraordinary culture to soft eco adventure Norfolk Island is a
destination that will awe you awake to a world you thought was lost.
If visiting Norfolk Island means enjoying true South Pacific island
experience, you will be delighted to stay at the Paradise Hotel &
Resort, for the best Norfolk Island hotel accommodation experience.
Norfolk Blue Ollie #2 of 9 restaurants in Norfolk Island 5 of 5 stars
based on 2 reviews Cuisines: Steakhouse
* “ Totally awesome ” Apr 12, 2011
* “ A Truly "Rare" Steak ” Apr 8, 2011
Dino's at Bumboras Ollie #3
Norfolk Island 3 of 5 stars based on 2 reviews Cuisines: Italian
* “ No chef at restaurant and closed without notice ” Jul 24, 2010
* “ Recommended for eating in as well as takeaways ” Sep 8, 2009
in Norfolk Island Ranked #1 of 3 in Burnt Pine 2.
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The current time and date in Norfolk Island is 8:54 PM Thursday, June
30, 2011
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Island’s current day Arabica Coffee Industry having established
several plantations on the island.
Norfolk Island Coffee Plantations range of deliciously roasted coffees
can be sampled at the locally owned and operated Norfolk Island Coffee
House in the Heart of the main shopping area where the trained
baristas will serve coffee ordered to your liking.
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We pride ourselves in producing a quality export for Norfolk Island
and aim to maintain excellent consistency with our product at all
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Norfolk Island (Norfuk: Norfuk Ailen) is a small inhabited island in
the Pacific Ocean located between Australia, New Zealand and New
Caledonia, and along with two neighboring islands, forms one of
Australia's external territories.
Norfolk Island is a small territory with a small
population that also played a brief role in the history of Britain's
colonial activities in Australia.
Norfolk Island is the main island of the island group the territory
encompasses. It has an area of 13.3 square miles (34.6 square
kilometers), with no large-scale internal bodies of water but 20 miles
(32 kilometers) of coastline.
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Norfolk Island through the Norfolk Island Immigration Office.
Norfolk Island is a self governing territory of Australia, however, it
maintains separate immigration laws.
Norfolk Island tourist visa is required
for citizens of United States.
Yes | No Norfolk Island visa for citizens of United States is
required for more information please contact the nearest Norfolk
Island embassy.
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