Norfolk Island
Norfolk Island is a sub-tropical island a short 2 hour flight away from Australia or 1 ½ hours north of New Zealand.
Since 1 July 2016 travel to Norfolk Island from Australia is classed as domestic travel. The flights still depart and arrive at the international terminal. The Department of Immigration and Border Protection advises anyone travelling between Norfolk Island and mainland Australia will be required to identify themselves. Although passports and visas are no longer mandatory for Australian citizens when travelling to Norfolk Island from Australia, a valid passport continues to be the preferred method of identification.
Normal Australian Customs and Immigration procedures will apply when entry is made from outside Australia (including New Zealand). A passport (valid on entry and departure) is necessary and a visa may be required for some foreign passports. Non-Australian citizens are advised to carry their passport if flying between mainland Australia and Norfolk Island.
Norfolk Island is 1 hour ahead of Australian Eastern Standard time and 1 hour behind New Zealand time. During Daylight Savings 1 October to 1 April Norfolk is 2 hours ahead of QLD.
Burnt Pine shopping village on Norfolk opens 9-5pm with some shops operating half day trading closing at lunchtime on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Norfolk has a GP clinic, dental clinic and a medical pharmacy, however New Zealand visitors need to note Accident compensation doesn’t apply on Norfolk. Australian Medicare is now available on the Island.
Note: Although Medicare does extend to Norfolk Island for Australian citizens, travel insurance Is recommended to protect you in some cases for unforeseen cancellation, weather delays etc. You may find this website useful to compare travel insurance providers and cover provided https://www.comparetravelinsurance.com.au/ [Norfolk Island is a domestic destination/policy, flights do however depart from the international terminal]
There’s lots of tours and activities to enjoy whilst on island. Pre-booking is recommended as some tours have limited availability and when travelling during peak periods it’s a good idea to pre-book.