There are no railways, waterways, ports or harbours on the island. Loading jetties are located at Kingston and Cascade, but ships cannot get close to either of them. When a supply ship arrives, it is emptied by whaleboats towed by launches, five tonnes at a time. Which jetty is used depends on the prevailing weather on the day. The jetty on the leeward side of the island is often used. If the wind changes significantly during unloading/loading, the ship will move around to the other side. Visitors often gather to watch the activity when a supply ship arrives. COUNT 5
QSN1 Where are loading jetties found on Norfolk Island? ANS1 Kingston and Cascade QSN2 How is a supply ship unloaded when it reaches Norfolk Island?  ANS2 by whaleboats towed by launches QSN3 What determines the jetty that's used by supply ships to Norfolk Island? ANS3 the prevailing weather on the day QSN4 Where can you find the often-used jetty on Norfolk Island? ANS4 on the leeward side of the island QSN5 Who can usually be found watching supply ships unload at Norfolk Island? ANS5 Visitors