Dent Island Light, Heritage lighthouse in Whitsunday Islands, Australia
Dent Island Light is a white lighthouse with a red dome situated on a small island in the Whitsunday group, guiding vessels through the surrounding passage. The tower stands as a navigation marker for ships traveling through this important waterway off the Queensland coast.
The lighthouse was built in 1879 to mark an important shift in maritime navigation for this region. Its construction reflected the growing need to guide ships safely through these busy waterways.
The Commonwealth Heritage List includes Dent Island Light to preserve its role in Queensland's maritime navigation development and architectural lighthouse engineering.
The beacon sits on a remote island and is best viewed from the water during a boat tour or marine excursion. Access to the island itself may be restricted, so plan accordingly when visiting the area.
The lighthouse required winding every 75 minutes due to its short tower height, making it distinct among Australian maritime structures.
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