The ruins you see are all that's left of the barbaric Norfolk penal colony. Do you believe in ghosts? I have an open mind, but have never witnessed anything that I would describe as supernatural. Our guide told stories of the ill treatment of the old convicts, and how many were executed, sometimes unjustly, hung by the neck from the arch over the main gate.

Seeing this as a good opportunity to encounter a spirit, I packed my camera into a bag and drove to the ruins just after midnight. I waited under the gate for a good half hour, but nothing surfaced. At one point I thought I heard what sounded like a low moan from inside the walled section of the prison. It was very dark in there, and it took a bit of convincing myself before I ventured in. I walked slowly to the far wall, a long way from the main gate which was my only exit. If anything happened here I would be a long way from help. A little nervously, I sat down on the cold ground and tempted fate...

I spent 5 days altogether on Norfolk Island, and I really enjoyed myself. The combination of historical relics, like this old row boat used to transport convicts from the main ships, and beautiful sub-tropical beaches made for many unique photo ops.
Norfolk island has a bloody past. Despite its idylic surroundings, it gained a reputation as one of the most barbaric convict settlements in Australia's history.
On one of the tours you will hear the tale of the Bloody Bridge, where an escaped convict murdered a farmer before taking his own life just before he was captured. The bus driver will tell you it is just past the Bloody Roundabout, the only traffic control on the island. (There are no traffic lights, no seat belt laws, no speed cameras or breath tests. However, cows on the road have right of way.)

Captain Cook landed near this spot on the way to discovering Australia. This picture was taken during the day by me and altered to look like night. I seldom alter pictures, because I don't need to, however, there's no rule that says you can't have a bit of fun.
I would like to learn to take pictures at night, maybe with a full moon or something providing a bit of light. Maybe this is the first step!
This point lies on the Northen shore of Norfolk island, and is accessible by a hours walk over a small hill. The scenery is breathtaking, lush green grass, tall norfolk pines, and a slow moving sea.