Media Release
13 November 2014

An estimated audience of 300 took the opportunity to express their views about the Island's future.

Discussion on the recommendations on future governance arrangements for Norfolk Island from the Australian Parliament's Joint Standing Committee of the National Capital and External Territories included a vocal few and a silent many who contributed through notes and other expressions.

Media Release
22 October 2014

It is with much pleasure I announce the appointment of a new Commonwealth Heritage Manager for the Australian Heritage Convict Site of Kingston and Arthur's Vale.

Mr Matthew (Matt) Alexander has moved to the Island with his family to commence in the role this week. He joins the Office of The Administrator team from Murwillumbah NSW and his initial appointment is for 2 years.

Media Release
04 December 2014

Through listening to community discussion I have learnt many things. My commitment has been to keep the conversation going as we build community collaboration for the future well being of all residents in this community.

Media Release
06 November 2014

Further to my recent advice on Radio Norfolk, I would like to advise the first of several Community Consultations on the October 2014 Joint Standing Committee report will be held at Rawson Hall on Wednesday 12 November at 4pm.

Each of the separate consultations will focus on specific Recommendations.

The first consultation next week will be run by an independent facilitator, Ms Vivien Twyford, and it will focus on Recommendations 1 and 2 of the Joint Standing Committee report.

Where is Norfolk Island?

Norfolk Island is situated in the Pacific Ocean approximately 1,600km north-east of Sydney, 890km north-east of Lord Howe Island and 1,100km north-west of Auckland.

What time zone is used in Norfolk Island?

Norfolk Island observes Norfolk Time (UTC+11). Daylight saving is observed on Norfolk Island (UTC+12). This means that Norfolk Island is always one hour ahead of Australian east-coast jurisdictions that observe daylight saving time.