Lord Howe Island – Guidebook

Lord Howe Island is about 700kms north east of Sydney and the same south east of Brisbane. Lord Howe is a part of Australia, and is an electorate of New South Wales. Lord Howe is World Heritage listed.

Admiralty House
It's hard to imagine a more perfect setting than Admiralty House Convention Centre. Set in the subtropical forests the only distraction is the piping of the Woodhens and sound of the sea. Accommodation for up to 75 delegates theatre style with fully equipped conference and meeting facilities. Round table and breakout groups are also catered for. Equipment includes electronic whiteboard, large mobile whiteboards, fax, copying, email, overhead projection, video player and flipcharts.

Currency & Banking
Currency: Australian Dollar. The Commonwealth, Westpac & Colonial State Bank have agencies on the island. There may be limits on EFTPOS withdrawal - cash and travellers cheques are recommended. There are no ATMs.
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Drinking Water
Drinking water is quite safe, however bottled water is available.

Facts & Figures
Sub-tropical Lord Howe is the southernmost tip of the Great Barrier Reef and lies approximately due east of Port Macquarie, about 700km north-east of Sydney and roughly the same distance south-east of Brisbane and just 2 hours flying time from both. Just 11kms from end to end and 2.8km across at its widest point, Lord Howe has a resident population of just 300 and to preserve its pristine beauty only 400 visitors are permitted at any one time. The island was discovered in 1788 by Lt. Henry Lidgbird Ball, commander of HMS Supply en route to Norfolk Island with a shipload of convicts to commence at settlement there.

Lord Howe Island was discovered in February 1788 by Lt. Henry Lidgbird Ball, commander of HMS Supply, en route to Norfolk Island with a shipload of convicts to commence a settlement there. Mt Lidgbird, one of the towering mountains on the southern end of Lord Howe is named after him, as is Ball's Pyramid, the spectacular 548 metre high rocky outcrop 19 kilometres south of the island. The first known settlement was about 1833 when passing vessels started to call at the island for water. It now has a population of about 320.

Languages
English.
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Liquor Store
The Lord Howe Island Board provides a number of services including the Island's major retail Liquor Store, located centrally near the Board's Administration Centre and the State Bank. A wide selection of beers, wines and spirits is available at competitive prices for your enjoyment.

The People
Australian citizens, although the Lord Howe Islanders are descended from a mix of early settlers from Australia and US whalers who settled on the island around 1833.

Things to Bring
Good Sunscreen; Shady Hat; Waterproof Wind Jacket; Plastic raincoat. Good strong walking shoes/joggers; Torch (for night walks). Warm Track Suit; Casual smart clothes for restaurants at night.
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Visas & Entry
Visa not required.