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Welcome to Flinders Island, one of 52 islands in the Furneaux Group dotted across Bass Strait, north-east of Tasmania.

Getting here

Flinders Island is accessible by a number of transport options. There are flights available from Melbourne, Launceston or Bridport.

Flinders Island Aviation are offering discounted charter rates for people coming over for the Running Festival.

Further information here, including links to several transport providers

Accommodation

Flinders Island has a variety of accommodation options to suit a range of needs. Accommodation is centered around the two towns of Whitemark and Lady Barron, however there are a number of options outside of town for people who want to get away from it all.

Further information here, including links to several accommodation options

Food

Whether you're treating yourself to a meal out or cooking at home, Flinders Island has a variety of fresh local produce to suit your requirements.

Lady Barron has a supermarket, the Lady Barron Store, and a pub, the Furneaux Tavern. You may need to book evening meals, so be sure to check in if you’re planning a meal out.

Whitemark has a supermarket, Walkers, and a pub, the Interstate Hotel. There’s also the Flinders Island Sports & RSL, Cate Cooks and Flinders Island Bakery.

Opening hours:

  • Cate Cooks
    • Friday 8:30am to 2:30pm
    • Saturday 10am to 7:30pm

    Cate Cooks menu

  • Flinders Island Interstate Hotel
    • Friday 11am to 10pm (food served 12-1:30pm and 5-7:30pm)
    • Saturday 11am to 10pm
    • Sunday 1pm to 6pm
    • Corner cafe open 8am till 11am every day

  • The Wharf
    • Friday 11am to 8pm (happy hour 3-8pm)
    • Saturday 9am to 8pm
    • Sunday 9am to 2pm

    The Wharf menu

Car rental

Spoiler alert, there is no public transport on Flinders Island. There are a number of local businesses who rent out cars on the island, whether you are arriving at Flinders Island Airport or Lady Barron.

Further information is available here, including links to several car rental operators on Flinders



Banner photo credit: Paul Hoelen Photography