Where is Norfolk Island located?
What countries border Norfolk Island?
Norfolk Island Facts
What is the capital of Norfolk Island?
| Capital | Kingston |
| Government Type | non-self-governing overseas territory of Australia; note - the Norfolk Island Regional Council, which began operations 1 July 2016, is responsible for planning and managing a variety of public services, including those funded by the Government of Australia |
| Currency | Australian Dollar (AUD) |
| Total Area |
14 Square Miles 36 Square Kilometers |
| Location | Oceania, island in the South Pacific Ocean, east of Australia |
| Language | English (official), Norfolk a mixture of 18th century English and ancient Tahitian |
| GDP - per capita (PPP) | $0.00 (USD) |
Norfolk Island Demographics
What is the population of Norfolk Island?
| Ethnic Groups | descendants of the Bounty mutineers, Australian, New Zealander, Polynesians |
| Nationality Noun | Norfolk Islander(s) |
| Population | 1,748 |
| Population Growth Rate | 0.01% |
| Urban Population | 0.000000 |
Norfolk Island Government
What type of government does Norfolk Island have?
| Executive Branch |
chief of state: King CHARLES III (since 8 September 2022); represented by Governor General of the Commonwealth of Australia General Sam MOSTYN (since 1 July 2024) head of government: Administrator George PLANT (since 1 June 2023) election/appointment process: the monarchy is hereditary; governor general appointed by the monarch; administrator appointed by the governor general of Australia for a 2-year term and represents the monarch and Australia |
| Suffrage | 18 years of age; universal |
| Citizenship | see Australia |
| National Holiday | Bounty Day (commemorates the arrival of Pitcairn Islanders), 8 June (1856) |
| Constitution |
history: previous 1913, 1957; latest effective 7 August 1979 amendments: amended many times, last in 2020 |
| Independence | none (territory of Australia) |
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What environmental issues does Norfolk Island have?
| Climate | subtropical; mild, little seasonal temperature variation |
| Environment - Current Issues | NA |
| Terrain | volcanic formation with mostly rolling plains |
Norfolk Island Economy
How big is the Norfolk Island economy?
| Economic Overview | Norfolk Island is suffering from a severe economic downturn. Tourism, the primary economic activity, is the main driver of economic growth. The agricultural sector has become self-sufficient in the production of beef, poultry, and eggs. |
| Industries | tourism |
| Currency Name and Code | Australian Dollar (AUD) |
| Export Partners | Australia, other Pacific island countries, NZ, Asia, Europe |
| Import Partners | Australia, other Pacific island countries, NZ, Asia, Europe |
Norfolk Island News and Current Events
What current events are happening in Norfolk Island?
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