Burrewarra Point Light, Solar-powered lighthouse in Burrewarra Point, New South Wales, Australia.
Burrewarra Point Light is a white concrete cylindrical tower standing on a headland in New South Wales, rising 10 meters above the surrounding terrain and emitting four white flashes every fifteen seconds for maritime guidance. The structure sits elevated on the coastal point and uses modern systems to direct ships at sea.
The lighthouse was built in 1974 and received a major upgrade in 1984 when its power system changed from battery-backed mains to solar panels. This conversion made the station more independent and easier to maintain for remote operation.
The site holds meaning for those interested in Australian wartime infrastructure, as concrete radar buildings from World War II remain visible on the headland. Visitors can see how the military structures blend with the later lighthouse development on this coastal location.
The lighthouse is accessible via a walking path of around 700 meters from Burri Point Road in Guerilla Bay, though the tower interior is not open to visitors. Expect informal trails on the site and plan to view the structure from outside while enjoying the surrounding coastal setting.
The lighthouse maintains its original elliptical shape while operating from an elevated position, projecting light signals across considerable distances at sea. Despite its modern solar equipment, the structure preserves the classic design that characterizes many historic Australian lighthouses.
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