Finally reached Lord Howe Island. Was looking like an easy day, but in typical fashion, two hours out from our destination, we got hit with more 30kt winds (and just after deciding it would be good to shake out the reef). Made it through the narrow pass into the lagoon at Lord Howe, with very helpful advice from the authorities here. Bit disconcerting to come through a narrow channel with waves breaking over reefs on either side. Bob's headed off to the shore for a bit, Matt and Sally opted for relaxing and a good bottle of wine to celebrate our arrival. Some repairs needed before heading further afield to New Caledonia (and a bit of recovery time). Hopefully this all shows up on the blog okay - it's all been done via our HF radio (no mobile phone or internet access here). Hope all's well with family and friends back home.