For one man, a series of events set in place a journey that would ultimately lead him to Bruny Island, Tasmania. His name is George Dibbern.
Perhaps it is something about the island that makes us like birds, both happy in our solitude and eager for a chat.
This video shows how CAD technology is being used for the restoration of Te Rapunga.
Bruny's favourite daughter and Bruny Island Coastal Retreats ambassador, Lizzie Stokely, shares what she holds dear.
BBC Travel visits Bruny Island to view the Southern Lights.