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Climate: Sub tropical rarely hotter than 26 degrees or cooler than 16 degrees.
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Currency: Australian Dollars.
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Electricty: 240 volts.
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Air Serices: QantasLink from Brisbane, Sydney & Port Macquarie.
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Time Zone: 30 minutes ahead of Eastern Standard Time except during summer when it is the same.
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Baggage allowance: 14kg per person checked in baggage & 4kg per person carry on bagage.
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Golf: A picturesque 12 hole course pleasant for the beginner yet testing for the serious golfer.
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Diving & Scuba Diving: The crystal clear waters and abundance of colourful fish make diving a joy.
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Bowls: Visitors are very welcome to play. Dress regulations apply. Bar open from 5pm every afternoon.
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Snorkelling: Many places with coral a short swim from shore.
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Fishing: Lord Howe has the most untouched fish stocks on the East Coast. Comfortable, safe fishing trips available with equipment supplied.
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Arts & Crafts: Local craftspeople have a striking selection of paintings, pottery, jewellery, baskets and hand-painted T-shirts for sale.
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Items For Hire: Bikes and helmets
(compulsory), cars, fishing rods, snorkelling gear, spyboards, paddle skis, tennis racquets.
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Walks: Guided mountain walks, reef
walks, scenic lunch walks, breakfast walks, environment and history stroll and ‘Heritage’ walks.
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Weddings: Full wedding services available. Permanent wedding celebrant on the island.
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Picnic Areas: Various locations on the island with BBQ facilities and
firewood.
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Boating: Various scenic cruises are available.
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Tours: Educational and entertaining bus tours are available.
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Banking: Westpac and commonwealth banking facilities.
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Post Office: Mainland rates and services.
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Churches: Anglican, Seventh Day Adventist and Catholic.
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Doctor: Clinic and dispensary at the hospital.
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Telephone: 24 hour world satellite link. No mobile coverage.
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Dress: Smart casual for dining out. Comfortable shoes are a must.
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Eating Out: Lord Howe hosts a fine selection of restaurants.
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Eating In: Liquor, groceries, meat and vegetables are readily available.
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Remember: Street lights are few so take a torch.
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Entry requirements: Your accommodation and return air ticket must be pre-arranged and confirmed.
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