Sea Hill Light, Historical lighthouse on Curtis Island, Australia.
Sea Hill Light is a lighthouse on Curtis Island, a small structure built with a timber frame and corrugated iron cladding painted white with a red dome. It sits elevated on a hilltop to project light across the water for passing vessels.
The original structure was built in 1873 and introduced a new construction method using hardwood and corrugated iron to Queensland. It was relocated from its original site in the 1960s and is now displayed at the Gladstone Maritime Museum.
The lighthouse represents how Queensland built its maritime infrastructure during the colonial era to serve growing shipping traffic. Today it stands as a reminder of the region's dependence on coastal trade and navigation.
Access to the island requires a boat, and visitors should check with local authorities or tourism services since the site has restricted access. Good weather and calm water make a visit easier to plan.
The original structure was preserved after being moved in the 1960s and remains one of the few surviving lighthouses of this design type in Australia. Seeing it at the museum lets you examine the craftsmanship and building methods up close.
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