Richmond River Light

Richmond River Light is a lighthouse in Ballina featuring a circular stone tower approximately 7 meters tall. The structure stands at an elevation of about 35 meters above sea level and produces four white flashes every 16 seconds with a range of roughly 17 nautical miles.

The tower was built between 1878 and 1880 following James Barnet's design and began operations with a fixed fourth-order light. The original beacon was visible for roughly 12 nautical miles.

The lighthouse is part of a series of five matching structures built along the New South Wales coast and represents the maritime building style of colonial Australia. Visitors can see this architectural approach reflected in the tower's design.

The grounds are accessible throughout the year and offer constant access to the site. Visitors should keep in mind that this is an actively operating facility that continues to serve its navigational purpose.

The system uses a 12-volt tungsten halogen lamp producing roughly 28,000 candelas and includes battery backup. This modest power source keeps an important navigation aid operating efficiently.

Location: New South Wales

Architects: James Barnet

GPS coordinates: -28.86700,153.59200

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:20