Eat

◖ The seasonal menus at Capella Lodge feature island and mainland ingredients. Time your stay for the Tuesdaynight six-course dégustation matched with Australian wines, which may include local kingfish ceviche with tomato, lime, coriander and coconut granita served with a Clare Valley riesling. And be sure to pair the housemade sourdough and caraway bread with some local honey.

◖ In town, among a compact cluster of buildings housing a cinema/community hall,

◖ Join the Hiscox family, of Lord Howe Environmental Tours (lordhoweislandtours. com), on a snorkelling trip to renowned dive sites Erscotts Hole and Comets Hole.

◖ Visit Lord Howe Island Museum (lhimuseum.com) for fascinating insights into the biodiversity and settlement of this ancient volcanic island.