Climate: Sub tropical rarely hotter than 26 degrees or cooler than 16 degrees.

Currency: Australian Dollars.

Electricty: 240 volts.

Air Serices: QantasLink from Brisbane, Sydney & Port Macquarie.

Time Zone: 30 minutes ahead of Eastern Standard Time except during summer when it is the same.

Baggage allowance: 14kg per person checked in baggage & 7kg per person carry on bagage.

Golf: A picturesque 12 hole course pleasant for the beginner yet testing for the serious golfer.

Diving & Scuba Diving: The crystal clear waters and abundance of colourful fish make diving a joy.

Bowls: Visitors are very welcome to play. Dress regulations apply. Bar open from 5pm every afternoon.

Snorkelling: Many places with coral a short swim from shore.  

Fishing: Lord Howe has the most untouched fish stocks on the East Coast. Comfortable, safe fishing trips available with equipment supplied.

Arts & Crafts: Local craftspeople have a striking selection of paintings, pottery, jewellery, baskets and hand-painted T-shirts for sale.  

Items For Hire: Bikes and helmets

(compulsory), cars, fishing rods, snorkelling gear, spyboards, paddle skis, tennis racquets.  

Walks: Guided mountain walks, reef

walks, scenic lunch walks, breakfast walks, environment and history stroll and ‘Heritage’ walks.  

Weddings: Full wedding services available. Permanent wedding celebrant on the island.

Picnic Areas: Various locations on the island with BBQ facilities and

firewood.

Boating: Various scenic cruises are available.

Tours: Educational and entertaining bus tours are available.  

Banking: Westpac and  commonwealth banking facilities.  

There is an ATM at the Bowling Club

Post Office: Mainland rates and  services.

Churches: Anglican, Seventh Day Adventist and Catholic.  

Doctor: Clinic and dispensary at the hospital.  

Telephone: 24 hour world satellite link. No mobile coverage.  

Dress: Smart casual for dining out. Comfortable shoes are a must.

Eating Out: Lord Howe hosts a fine selection of restaurants.

Eating In: Liquor, groceries, meat and vegetables are readily available.  

Remember: Street lights are few so take a torch.  

Entry requirements: Your  accommodation and return air ticket must be pre-arranged and confirmed.