Outline Of Norfolk Island
The following outline is provided as an overview of and topical guide to Norfolk Island:
The Australian Territory of Norfolk Island comprises Norfolk Island and two uninhabited neighboring islands located in the South Pacific Ocean amidst Australia, New Zealand and New Caledonia. Norfolk Island is one of Australia's external territories.
The Norfolk Island Pine, a symbol of the island pictured in its flag, is an evergreen tree native to the island.
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