Norfolk Island Lawn Bowls Tour 2024

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NORFOLK ISLAND - A UNIVERSALLY UNIQUE AND REMARKABLE ISLAND Norfolk Island is an external territory of Australia with around 1,750 permanent residents that boasts universal beauty and distinctive charm. Situated over 1,500 kilometres away from the Australian mainland (closer to New Zealand), this small 8 km by 5 km volcanic landmass showcases lush, undulating green hills and breathtaking rocky coastlines.

Forged by a unique heritage and geographic seclusion, Norfolk Islanders have crafted a haven far removed from the complexities of contemporary life. Locals proudly proclaim Norfolk as the 'Best Place on Earth,' fostering a profound sense of family and community among its youth. The island maintains a pristine environment, free from graffiti or litter, offering an idyllic living experience.

Approximately 25% of the island comprises permanent pasture, and despite the absence of lifeguards on its beaches, Emily Beach in Kingston village is now safe for swimming, protected by a natural coral reef.

Once a basaltic volcano, Norfolk stands as the weathered vestige of its volcanic origins. The region surrounding Mt Bates is designated as a National Park, preserving segments of the original forests, including the world's tallest tree ferns. Notably, Norfolk Island is the birthplace of the iconic Norfolk Pine, a symbol and primary export of the island. Internationally recognized as an essential birding location, Norfolk further solidifies its status as a unique and cherished destination.

THE NORFOLK ISLAND LAWN BOWLS HISTORY Historical evidence indicates the first bowling green in the Southern Hemisphere was situated on Norfolk Island, near Government House dating back to 1840. In the early 1900’s there were two private bowling greens, one opposite Branka House on what is now the airport runway and another at Rocky Point. There was also a temporary green in Burnt Pine near where the Commonwealth Bank stands today. This was used while the present green was being constructed.

In 1939 the foundation members of the Norfolk Island Bowling Club met to formalize the game

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of bowls on Norfolk Island. Land on which the present greens are situated was leased, and became known as “Victoria Park”. The bottom green had originally been two tennis courts. The top green was laid some fifteen years later. The greens were very rough, but enthusiasm was unbounded.

A small building acquired from the Military at the conclusion of World War II served as a pavilion until destroyed by fire in the 1950’s, together with its contents, including most of the members’ bowls. Its replacement, mostly donated by members, has evolved into today’s clubhouse.

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The Club now owns the land and successfully runs three international tournaments for men and women every year. The Norfolk Island bowlers first participation in an international event was the South Pacific games in Fiji in 1979 where they won a silver and two bronze medals. They have been part of the Commonwealth Games since 1990 and have also entered World Bowls events and the Asia Pacific Championships. Players like the charismatic Carmen Anderson, Shae Wilson, Phil and Jordy Jones call this club home. We may even have the opportunity to meet some of them during our visit.

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A CHEQUERED HISTORY Settled just six weeks after Australia’s founding colony at Sydney Cove, the island’s scenic historic area (Kingston) is recognised for its peaceful character, outstanding Georgian buildings and evocative ruins. Kingston was previously occupied by seafaring Polynesians, then as a British convict settlement, before being settled by the Pitcairn Island descendants of Fletcher Christian and the Bounty mutineers, together with their Tahitian wives, in 1865. Many of the modern day residents (about 30%) are descendants of these original mutineers. Their legacy remains strong - four public museums keep their stories alive. One of the most interesting sights is the waterfront cemetery, where hand-hewn gravestones record the stories of early pioneers, and are dotted with the names of the mutineers - Adams, Quintal, Young and McCoy etc. Bounty Day, the island’s most important annual historical event, celebrates the birth of the current unique Norfolk culture.

THE CONTROVERSY From 1979, Norfolk was a self-governing territory of Australia. In 2015, the island sought significant financial assistance from the Australian Government, setting in train events that brought the island under the control of the NSW Government as a local council. Norfolk today has a NSW postcode (2899) and comes under NSW law, although it has no state member and politically belongs to the ACT federal seat of Bean.

The island’s parliament of 9 was abolished and Norfolk lost its tax-free status, but gained access to Australia’s medicare system, Centrelink and a range of other services. Anti-Commonwealth sentiment still simmers on the island, and some locals continue their defiance against the territory’s current governance.

PRISTINE & ALMOST SELF SUFFICIENT Many islanders are land-rich but cash-poor, and most grow their own fresh food - of which there is plenty (particularly tropical fruit). The farming sector has become self-sufficient in the production of beef, poultry and eggs. Norfolk Island pine and Kentia palm seeds, cereals and vegetables are grown. The pine and palm seeds, and avocados are actually exported. Norfolk is renowned for its cornbread and pumpkin pies, and seafood (snapper, trevally & kingfish) is plentiful - it’s the only major natural resource.

There are 35 local restaurants on the island, just one supermarket and no fast food outlets. Most wine is imported from Australia but there is a local winery, Two Chimneys Wines, with cellar door sales. Islanders organise their own annual Food Festival, and progressive dinners in private homes are a popular way of giving visitors an opportunity to meet the locals and sample local produce.

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CULTURALLY VERY DIFFERENT

ISLAND INFRASTRUCTURE

There’s just one traffic roundabout on the island, no traffic lights, street lights are almost nonexistent, no house numbers, and no public transport. Cows, rather than cars, have legal rightof-way here, and freely roam on all the roads.

Visitors to the island get around mostly by hire car or bicycle - there’s only one taxi. Norfolk is still a place where drivers leave their cars unlocked while they go about their business. Locals (and visitors alike) greet each other while driving, with the ‘Norfolk Wave’ - raising of the index finger from the steering wheel as you pass an oncoming vehicle! English is the main language, but Norfolk has its own unique local creole language (Norfuk, or Norf’k) which combines Old English with Tahitian from the Bounty descendants ‘Hello’ is Wataweih, and ‘How are you’ is Wataweih Yoriye. Norfuk is one of the world’s rarest languages.

Burnt Pine is the island’s only commercial centre, location also of the only ATM (at the Commonwealth Bank). Some of the shops that line the only street in Burnt Pine are selfdescribed as ‘Department Stores’, which is quaint - they’re just like all the other stores, but with a slightly wider range of merchandise. On Sunday mornings, an open-air market is held in the carpark of the Post Office. Strict customs laws and quarantine rules are designed to protect the island’s delicate ecosystem of unique plants and fabulous fruit. There are 40 unique plant species on the island, as well as the famous Norfolk Pine tree - no snakes or sandflies, centipedes or fruit flies. A slice of heaven really!

The island has a locally based radio station and a TV station, plus transmitters for Australian channels. Reflecting their Bounty heritage, many locals share a common surname - there are 380 Adams! Everyone is much more familiar with each others nickname than their birth names, so the distinctive Norfolk Island official phone book features a section where phone numbers are listed by nickname - some of them (Toad, Tarzan, Truck, Moo, Quack, etc) are quite colourful. Some of the locals have even forgotten their birth names!

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Due to the rugged coastline, there are no safe harbour facilities on Norfolk. Supplies arrive by ship from the mainland, usually monthly.

Unloading cargo can be quite an adventure. Ships have to anchor about a kilometre offshore and ferry the cargo in small whaleboats towed by launches. They can only unload at either of two tiny docks where antiquated cranes hoist the goods ashore - which jetty is used depends on the prevailing weather of the day. The excellent airstrip was constructed by Australian, NZ and US servicemen during WW2, and occupies a significant elevated part of the island. It was a key refuelling airbase for flights between Australia, NZ and the Solomon Islands during WW2.

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Itinerary

DAY 3: THURSDAY 14 NOV NORFOLK ISLAND

BRISBANE - NORFOLK ISLAND

This morning we head to one of the many National Parks for a Breakfast Bushwalk. Our local guide will inform us about the unique variety of grasses, ferns, shrubs, trees and bird species.

We begin our 8-day Norfolk Island Tour with a morning flight to Norfolk Island. Meet your tour escort at the airport to check in and prepare for an exciting week away!

We will be transferred back to the hotel where you have free time to explore at your own pace, whether this is going for a walk into town or perhaps relaxing at the hotel, the choice is yours!

Once we arrive, we will be transferred to our hotel. This evening, we will embark on a Ghost Tour featuring dinner and a lantern walk. Listen to tales and stories that will delight you, make you sad and through it all send shivers down your spine! Includes dinner in historic Kingston, and a lantern walk through the ruins.

This evening, we will go back to the Norfolk Island Bowls Club for dinner and then it’s time for a game of night bowls.

Meals: In-Flight Snack & Dinner

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DAY 2: WEDNESDAY 13 NOV

We have an exciting day learning about and exploring the historical sights of Norfolk Island. After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, we will take a short stroll next door to the Pitcairn Settlers Village to discover the colourful history of Norfolk Island’s most recent settlement, the ‘Pitcairners’, from their descendants on one of the last remaining original settler’s properties. You will learn about the history & culture of the Pitcairn Settlers. View the pristine homestead gardens (including many of the traditional crops) visit a blacksmith’s forge, a WWII Army hut, the Museum of Memorabilia and other significant locations.

DAY 1: TUESDAY 12 NOV

NORFOLK ISLAND We start off the day with breakfast at the hotel before embarking on an Island Orientation Tour. This orientation tour is a must for every visitor! Visit historic Kingston, Cascade, Longridge & much more. See & hear about the famous convict buildings, beautiful beaches & golf course, the renowned Melanesian Chapel, Island Government, our laws & lifestyle. Enjoy views from scenic spots on this full commentary conducted tour.

After we finish our morning tour, we head to the Norfolk Island Bowls Club for lunch followed by our first game of bowls. An afternoon of fun where the teams will be mixed, allowing you to mingle and play with the locals.

We finish the evening with a Progressive Dinner. Enjoy a 3 course meal progressing to different Norfolk Island family homes. You will join a group of other Norfolk Island visitors and be taken to carefully selected island homes where you hear Norfolk stories from your dinner hosts. The Progressive Dinner is a fun night and a great way to meet the local people.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

DAY 4: FRIDAY 15 NOV

We then visit the Convict Settlement with an ‘In Depth’ tour of the historic Georgian settlement of Kingston.

Take a walk through the cemetery & hear the history of interesting convict & colonial headstones and hear stories of the houses along Quality Row. Walk through the ruins of the New Jail, see the Pier Store, Boat Shed & the Crank Mill.

To finish off this informative day, a Dinner as a Convict awaits! Dress as a convict and join in with the Commandant for an evening of gaiety, feasting, singing & dancing. Great food! Great fun! (outfit supplied).

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

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DAY 5: SATURDAY 16 NOV NORFOLK ISLAND Starting the day with breakfast at the hotel before later in the morning taking a short stroll to an exciting Norfolk Island attraction. The Fletcher’s Mutiny Cyclorama is regarded as one of Norfolk Island’s most popular attractions and has won several Tourism Awards. You will walk inside a circular panoramic painting to be completely surrounded by the artwork.

It is a truly unique way to experience the history of the Bounty adventures, and discover how the world’s most famous mutiny created the Pitcairn and Norfolk Island communities.

Lunch awaits us at the Norfolk Island Bowls Club before we spend our afternoon playing an Australia vs Norfolk Island challenge match. Our group will gear up in their best green and gold “Mufti” or bowls gear to verse the Islanders in a “friendly competitive” game.

We have an exciting evening planned with the famous Norfolk Island Fish Fry followed by the 1856 Untold Story. Enjoy sweeping views of the crescent-shaped beach and magnificent spread of the ocean whilst indulging in a locally prepared feast of local fish, seasonal island dishes and dessert. Be entertained with local signers and Tahitian-style dancers.

The 1856 Untold Story will teach you about the Bounty Mutineer’s descendants from Pitcairn Island and their great journey across the ocean to find new land. This untold story will follow their journey in the Kingston area which is where you will experience this harrowing tale with audio onboard the coach.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

DAY 6: SUNDAY 17 NOV NORFOLK ISLAND Breakfast is served at the hotel this morning before splitting into two groups. Group 1 will embark out on an incredible 4WD Tour that takes you through Norfolk’s National Park where you see not only the beauty of the gum forest, but also the different growth stages of the Norfolk Pine. There may be an opportunity to see the many varieties of both native and imported plants as well as the newly constructed Boo Book Owl nests. Group 2 will have the morning at leisure.

This afternoon, the groups will swap. Group 2 will embark on the 4WD tour and Group 1 will be at leisure.

The evening and dinner will be at leisure. Perhaps embark into town and find a quaint restaurant or enjoy a meal at the hotel.

Meals: Breakfast

DAY 7: MONDAY 18 NOV NORFOLK ISLAND This morning’s breakfast is followed by a transfer to the Norfolk Island Bowls Club for our final visit. This short visit will focus on honing your bowls skills and will be a chance for you to practice different types of shots, reading heads, ask questions or even focus on delivery.

Spend the afternoon at leisure perhaps grabbing lunch at the bowls club or taking a stroll through the city centre of Burnt Pine before our final dinner together tonight. Enjoy a three-course dinner at the hotel to reminisce on the week past and the exciting memories made.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

DAY 8: TUESDAY 19 NOV NORFOLK ISLAND - BRISBANE We begin our final day with one last breakfast at the hotel. Use the time before our flight to get in any final sightseeing or shopping.

Our afternoon flight will take us back to Brisbane where we will say farewell and the tour is concluded.

Meals: Breakfast & In-Flight Snack

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The Paradise Hotel & Resort on Norfolk Island is a family owned and operated hotel and has recently undergone a significant amount of renovation to a majority of it’s rooms.

Set among 11 acres of lush sub-tropical gardens, the Paradise Hotel & Resort has 49 spacious rooms in four accommodation styles spread across two levels (primarily ground floor). All of the comfortable rooms are located in close proximity to reception, the restaurant and swimming pool.

As for the cosy Garden Rooms, they are located on both the ground and first floors with many on the ground floor boasting a private terrace to enjoy the hotel gardens and swimming pool. Each Garden Room is comprises of either a king, queen or twin beds.

Both rooms have a private bathroom, satellite television, DVD player, refrigerator, IDD phones, clock radio, fan, iron/board, hair dryer and tea/coffee facilities.

7 DAY COMPLETE SMALLGROUP ESCORTED TOUR

YOUR TOUR ESCORT

DEPARTING BRISBANE: 12TH NOVEMBER 2024 RETURNING BRISBANE: 19TH NOVEMBER 2024

DELUXE TOURING INCLUSIONS: Return flights ex Brisbane Group transfers between airport & hotel Full programme of daily sightseeing & activity 3 bowls games + 2hr skills and drills sessions 7 nights at the Paradise Hotel 7 breakfasts, 2 lunches & 6 dinners Services of a Tour Escort - Kerri Cottell Tour playing shirt, bowls cloth & bowls carry bag

$3,649 Per Person Double Occupancy $4,309 Per Person Single Occupancy A non-bowler price is available upon request

The tour will be escorted by Kerri Cottell. Not only is Kerri one of our Senior Travel Advisors from The Travel Studio, she is also the Secretary of the Gold Coast Tweed District Ladies Bowls Association and a member of Club Tweed.

Kerri’s husband, son and daughter also play lawn bowls, the latter at an Australian level, so you could say it’s a big part of her life.

Kerri will travel with you on this wonderful lawn bowl tour, bringing with her a wealth of knowledge in lawn bowls, previous travel experience along with a passion for people, places and different cultures.

You will find that Kerri will take every opportunity to make this tour one to remember.

You may even want to come on one of her next Lawn Bowls tours.

Bowls carry bags. Colours may vary.

FIRST PASSENGER Title: ________________ Surname (as shown on photo identification): ___________________________ First Name (as shown on photo ID): _________________________ Preferred First Name: _______________________ Sex: MALE / FEMALE If sharing what would be your room preference? TWIN / DOUBLE Do you require single supplement? YES / NO Would you like us to keep an eye out for a possible twin-share on your behalf? YES / NO (Please note that Single Supplement will be payable if we are unable to assist with a suitable twin-share for you) Do you have any dietary or seating requests: _________________________________________________________ Are you a Qantas Frequent Flyer? Member number:____________________________________________________ Do you hold valid Passport and/or Government Issued Photo ID? YES / NO ID Type:_____________________________________ Number: __________________________________________ Date of Issue: _____/_____/____ Date of Expiry: __/__/____ Place of Issue: ________________________________ Date of Birth: ___/___/____ Shirt Type: Mens or Ladies?____________________________________ Shirt Size: XS/ S / M / L / XL / XXL / XXXL Are you a Bowls Club Member? YES / NO If Yes, what Club?_____________________________________________ Are you a Bowler or Non-Bowler?____________________________________________________________________ Where did you hear about this tour?__________________________________________________________________ SECOND PASSENGER Title: ________________ Surname (as shown on photo identification): ___________________________ First Name (as shown on photo ID): _________________________ Preferred First Name: _______________________ Sex: MALE / FEMALE If sharing what would be your room preference? TWIN / DOUBLE Do you require single supplement? YES / NO Would you like us to keep an eye out for a possible twin-share on your behalf? YES / NO (Please note that Single Supplement will be payable if we are unable to assist with a suitable twin-share for you) Do you have any dietary or seating requests: _________________________________________________________ Are you a Qantas Frequent Flyer? Member number:____________________________________________________ Do you hold valid Passport and/or Government Issued Photo ID? YES / NO ID Type:_____________________________________ Number: __________________________________________ Date of Issue: _____/_____/____ Date of Expiry: __/__/____ Place of Issue: ________________________________ Date of Birth: ___/___/____ Shirt Type: Mens or Ladies?____________________________________ Shirt Size: XS/ S / M / L / XL / XXL / XXXL Are you a Bowls Club Member? YES / NO If Yes, what Club?_____________________________________________ Are you a Bowler or Non-Bowler?____________________________________________________________________ Where did you hear about this tour?__________________________________________________________________ PASSENGER/S CONTACT DETAILS (Please attach details separately if Second Passengers Contact Details are different) Mobile No: _______________________ Email: ____________________________________________________ Home Tel: ______________________ Work Tel: ________________________ Street Address: ______________________________________________________________________________ Suburb: ________________________ State: ___________________ Postcode: __________________________ Postal Address (if different from street address): ___________________________________________________ Suburb: ________________________ State: ___________________ Postcode: __________________________

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DEPOSIT AND FINAL PAYMENT The deposit of $500 per person is accepted as a first instalment of the tour cost and will be fully refunded if the arrangements cannot be confirmed or the tour is cancelled

by Travel Masters. A detailed invoice is sent out to all passengers booked on the tour, approximately two weeks prior to due date of the final payment. Final payment for the tour must be received by Friday 24th August 2024.

CANCELLATION FEES If it is necessary for you to cancel your holiday, notification of cancellation must be received in writing. Cancellation charges will apply: up to 23rd August 2024, loss of deposit.

After 24th August 2024, no refund is applicable. No refund is available for cancellation of the tour or any service not used after commencement of the tour. Deposits are nontransferable/non refundable PHOTO IDENTIFICATION It is the traveller’s responsibility to ensure that they possess the necessary travel documentation for the tour, such as a valid Government issued photo identification.

PRICES Tour prices stated on the tour brochure has been calculated on the basis tariffs valid at time of print (January 2023) and are subject to change up until final payment for the tour has been received. Should you decide to cancel your tour on the basis of a change of price, then normal cancellation charges will apply.

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The tour is based on flights as detailed in the itinerary, however any other IATA or non-IATA carrier may be used for tour co-ordination.

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SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT If you are a sole traveller and would prefer to share, we will do our best to arrange a twin share, however this cannot be guaranteed. If we are unable to find someone to share, the single supplement will be applicable.

PRICE EXCLUDES Meals other than specified, insurance, items of a personal nature such as drinks, laundry, and phone calls.

INSURANCE Although medical assistance on Norfolk Island is covered by Medicare, it remains a condition of joining this tour that you take out comprehensive cancellation insurance. Our agency will provide details of travel insurance providers and assist you with your holiday insurance.

HOLIDAY VARIATIONS The group holiday cost is subject to surcharges should they occur as a result of increased costs due to changes in the itinerary, government action, currency exchange rates, fuel costs, overflying costs, airport charges and increases in scheduled airfares. The tour itinerary is based on airline schedules, rail and launch schedules current at the time of preparation of this tour. Hotel names are subject to change.

Where these changes occur, it may be necessary to amend the tour to accommodate revised days of operation. We will endeavour to include all the sightseeing and other features included, subject to the constraints of the revised scheduling. You will be advised as these events occur. The tour cost is based on scheduled airline fares, which are not guaranteed until tickets are issued. Our chosen airline reserves the right to increase or decrease airfare at any time prior to ticketing. The transportation companies or firms shall be exempt from all liabilities in respect of any detention, delay, loss, damage, sickness or injury and by whom so ever caused and whatever kind occurring of or to the passenger at any time.

All ticket coupons and orders are furnished and issued subject in all respects to those terms and conditions under which the means of transportation or other services provided are offered or supplied by the owners, operators, public carriers, management agents or agent.

The tour will be accompanied by an experienced Travel Masters escort. We reserve the right to change tour leaders if circumstances determine this.

PLEASE NOTE – DEGREE OF FITNESS All Travel Masters itineraries are carefully planned and well-paced to maximize the passenger experience, while at the same time ensuring a level of comfort is maintained at all times. Given the nature of the journeys and cultural experiences etc., any person/s of a reasonable general fitness level will have no problems in gaining total satisfaction from the trip. However, should any person be likely to find it necessary to require wheelchair assistance, or walking aid, it is unfortunately considered that participation on this tour would not be appropriate.

GRATUITIES As in Australia, tipping on Norfolk Island is neither expected or required.

HEALTH AND VACCINATIONS There are currently no mandatory vaccinations necessary. However, we strongly recommend that you consult your local Doctor or the Travellers Medical Centre at Southport (Ph 55 264444) for full medical advice prior to travel.

CLIMATE AND CLOTHING Visiting Norfolk Island in November usually offers the best weather experience on the island; however, the weather can change, and temperature can drop, especially in the evening. Light clothing is suitable; but it is also strongly recommended that you also have a light waterproof jacket with you just in case we experience wet weather.

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