New Caloundra Light, Coastal lighthouse in Caloundra, Australia.
New Caloundra Light is a coastal lighthouse in Caloundra, Queensland, featuring a distinctive concrete tower with a square base. The upper section includes a semicircular observation room and lantern that sits prominently on the roof.
The lighthouse started operations in 1968 as a modernization project to support growing shipping traffic through North West Channel into Moreton Bay. It represented a shift in Queensland's maritime navigation technology at that time.
The structure represents the evolution of maritime navigation technology in Queensland, marking a transition from traditional lighthouse designs to modern navigation facilities.
The lighthouse grounds are accessible from Canberra Terrace with views across Moreton Bay toward the Glasshouse Mountains. Visitors should allow time to explore the surrounding coastline and take in the water views from this vantage point.
This is the only lighthouse in Australia designed to resemble an airport control tower, combining navigation and signal station capabilities in a single structure. The unusual design blends modern appearance with practical maritime safety functions.
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