On Norfolk Island, we believe that what you do for one, affects the community as a whole. This way of living is reflected in our Norfolk motto Inasmuch. In terms of waste management and environmental protection, we want everything that comes on to our island to support the circular balance of our ecosystem. Culturally, we want to uphold the wisdom of our forebears so that we retain a strong connection to each other and our natural environment.
As a visitor to Norfolk, it is our hope that you leave our shores feeling embraced by the island and our community. In return, we ask that you take the time to familiarise yourself with our protocols and practices, knowing that your individual choices accumulate to affect the island and community as a whole.
Protecting our native and endemic flora and fauna is a major priority for us on Norfolk, as this not only affects the beauty of our natural world, but also our food security and the healthy balance of our ecosystem. We ask that you join us on our mission to ensure our island paradise remains healthy for many generations to come. Click on the images below to learn more.
Our isolation on Norfolk is one of our endearing qualities, although it does create a major challenge for on-island waste management.
Our new recycling centre opened in August 2023, and we’re continually working to improve our recycling capacity on Norfolk. Please help us by sorting effectively, reducing your waste where possible, and learning about what happens to your waste as the Norfolk Wave Recycling Centre.
As a visitor to Norfolk, we believe that your time on Norfolk will be enriched by engaging respectfully with our beautiful culture and traditions. We love to share our island and heritage with yorlye (you all), though there are some things that you can do to help us retain our cultural integrity and also our peaceful way of life. Click on the images below to learn more.
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