Palmerston

Captain James Cook recorded Palmerston in 1774 and landed in 1777, finding it uninhabited apart from some ancient graves. He named it after Viscount Palmerston, a Lord of the Admiralty; its old name is said to have been…

A street party brings together people who otherwise just walk past each other. Check early with the council whether you need permission, share out tasks like tables, music and activities for kids, and everyone brings so…

A wobbly chair, a toaster that's given up, trousers with a hole: plenty can be saved with a little skill. At a repair meetup people bring their broken things and work out a fix together with handy neighbours. Can you re…

Strong, unique passwords and two-factor login protect your accounts better than anything else. Before you post, ask yourself if you'd still be fine with it in five years, and never share addresses or locations with stra…

Helping out, for example coaching kids' sports, at an animal shelter or at local events, brings new friendships and looks great on your CV. Often just a few hours a month are enough. Simply ask clubs and organisations i…

Every place has spots only locals know: a bench with a view, a courtyard full of flowers, a little path along the water. Which hidden corner of Palmerston Island would you show a newcomer? Let us in on the secret!

Parents and grandparents know it well: not all playgrounds are equal. Which playground in Palmerston Island is your favourite, and why? Share your tips with other families!

Football, table tennis, swimming or a walking group: clubs are often the best way to meet people. Which club are you part of in Palmerston Island, and are you looking for new members? Give your club a quick shout-out!

There is plentiful fishing in the lagoon and amongst the islands. There are also many islands in the various groups that are beautiful and well worth exploring. No visit is complete without a game of volleyball with the…

Palmerston was recorded by Captain James Cook in 1774, but he did not land on the island until 13 April 1777. He found it uninhabited, though some ancient graves were discovered. Cook named the island after Henry Temple…

Recording is of a Mozart piece. It is recorded by artis as part of the MusOpen Project project. Musopen · Public Domain

Haydn - String Quartet, Op. 64 No. 5 in D major 'The Lark' - III. Menuet. Allegretto Musopen · Public Domain

Performance of J. S. Bach's Unser Mund sei voll Lachens, BWV 110 Musopen · Public Domain