Browsing after the SBS documentary last night. Have you been to Eilat, Israel? The Red Sea there in 1963 revealed the most astonishing moment of my life but I don't know if it has all been souvenired by now After seeing the Shearwater chicks' bellies full of plastic I thought of volunteering on Lord Howe to help with a clean-up but I also see to my astonishment the glorious marine life - right on my doorstep.

Hi, I am an active senior and I can snorkel, but get a bit frightened in deep water when snorkelling on my own. Unfortunately my hubby hates the water and won't go in. Is there anyone on the island who would be willing to buddy me if I have to snorkel in deep water on my own? (I will pay). My goal is to see a turtle swimming nearby and use my underwater camera to film it, or my buddy to film it for me. Please help! ( I have been to Lady Elliot island and was so disappointed not to see a turtle. Also the crew on the glass bottom boat couldnt care less about me and did not offer to come in the water with me or help me up the steep steps) .We are at LHI for 6 full days so am hoping for the best. thanks in anticipation