Cape Capricorn Light, Heritage lighthouse on Curtis Island, Queensland, Australia.
The concrete lighthouse stands 6.4 meters tall with a square base and chamfered corners, featuring a self-contained beacon on the gallery platform.
The first lighthouse at Cape Capricorn began operations in 1875, followed by replacements in 1937 and 1964, marking the evolution of maritime navigation.
The lighthouse represents Queensland's maritime development after separation from New South Wales, with Commander George Heath directing its establishment as first Portmaster.
The lighthouse emits white or red flashes every five seconds, with visibility extending up to 16 nautical miles for white light sectors.
The original lens from the 1875 lighthouse remains preserved at the Townsville Maritime Museum as a testament to early Australian navigation technology.
Location: Queensland
Inception: 1875
GPS coordinates: -23.48645,151.23635
Latest update: March 21, 2025 11:44
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