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In a previous post I looked at the beaches of Norfolk Island, and here I’m focussing on the coastline in general, as from nearly every vantage point the coastline changes!

Here is the northern coastline view from the Captain Cook monument lookout:

There is such a lot of historical happenings on this island, and the locals have definitely captured that and kept it alive, which is wonderful.  The monument where this view is from gives you the historical significance of the site and is incredibly serene.  Definitely need a polarising filter though!

Here is probably my favourite photographic location on the island - Anson Bay.  I just loved this place.  The view from the top of the hill, walking down and once at the bottom - every angle is beautiful.  The crystal clear water makes the coast look less menacing - almost serene…

Finally, this was taken near Point Howe and really shows how rugged some of the coastline can be.

There are actually only two places on the island that a large boat can moor and offload supplies - Kingston Pier and Cascade Pier.  They are on different sides of the angle, so it depends on the wind and how rough the waters are.  Just an incredible island to explore!

Coming from Queensland in Australia, and having travelled a bit, I’ve seen some beautiful beaches.  Norfolk Island didn’t really compare from a swimming beach perspective, but the coastline and water colour was stunning.

Because everyday was bright and sunny, my polarising filter became my best friend.  I call this my camera’s sunglasses.  It works particularly well when photographing water.  Here is Anson Bay, which was perhaps the most visually stunning:

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Happy New Year!  Well, it’s been a nice break.  Now, it’s back into the next year, in full swing!

Over my break between Christmas and New Year I went to Norfolk Island, which is a 2 hour flight south-east of Brisbane, where I live.  I had never been there before, and though it’s considered part of Australia in many ways, it is a unique place with it’s own Administration.

It’s a small island, and the only way around is by car.  That said, there are no traffic lights, and only 1 roundabout, which has become a sort of ’signpost’ to direct the tourists by.

I was there for just over a week and it was fantastic.  It is such a relaxing place and you really feel like you’ve had a proper break after being there.  If you’re interested in underwater photography, or landscape photography, this is a great place.  Plus, there is a lot of history to capture.

Over the next few weeks I’ll break down my stay there, in photos.

Here is the first real image I have - the view from my apartment.  I’ll let the photographs speak for themselves.  Here is looking left:

It was a bright sunny day, so needless to say I was using my new Hoya HD Circular Polarising filter!  Now, let’s look right:

Just spectacular, sitting out on the balcony looking at this view.  That’s just the start of my travel and photographic adventures.  Stay tuned!