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Norfolk Island

Territory of Norfolk Island

Oceania · Australia and New Zealand

Capital
Kingston
Population
2.2K
Area
36 km²
Region
Australia and New Zealand
Languages
English, Norfuk
Currency
Australian dollar ($)

Location on the World Map

Norfolk Island
Oceania · Australia and New Zealand
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ContinentOceania · Australia and New Zealand
Neighbouring countriesNo land borders — Norfolk Island is an island or isolated territory.

Famous Personality

Keith Berman

businessman

He is one of the better-known people associated with Norfolk Island's public life and economy.

Local Delicacy

Pilhi

A traditional island dish made from mashed banana, pumpkin, and sweet potato with coconut.

National Symbols

National animalNorfolk Island green parrot
National birdNorfolk Island green parrot

Famous Landmark & Geography

Kingston and Arthur's Vale Historic Area, a famous landmark of Norfolk Island

Kingston and Arthur's Vale Historic Area

This UNESCO-listed site preserves the island's convict-era settlement.

Agriculture & Produce

Most grown cropKentia palm

Kentia palm has been Norfolk Island's most distinctive export crop, grown for its internationally traded seed.

Most grown fruitBanana

Bananas are widely cultivated in Norfolk Island's mild climate for local use.

Major Cities

Burnt Pine Kingston Cascade

Mountain Peaks (Tallest to Shortest)

1Mount Bates319 m

Major Airports

Norfolk Island Airport · Norfolk Island
IATA NLKICAO YSNF

Top 5 Musical Instruments (Most to Least Popular)

1
Guitar

Guitar is the most common accompaniment for Norfolk Island singing and community music.

2
Ukulele

Ukulele is widely played in island social music and reflects broader Pacific influence.

3
Accordion

Accordion has been used in local dance and folk-style repertoire on the island.

4
Violin

Fiddle traditions entered Norfolk Island through British and Pitcairn settler heritage.

5
Drum

Basic percussion supports communal dancing and festive performances on the island.