Cairns Wharf Complex, Maritime heritage site in Cairns, Australia.
The Cairns Wharf Complex consists of wharves, cargo sheds, and railway tracks stretching along the waterfront, featuring concrete construction methods from the early 1900s.
Between 1910 and 1948, the construction of six continuous berths transformed this location into a major port facility serving military operations during World War II.
The clock tower above wharf number 3, built in 1948, stands as a reference point for maritime activities and local navigation in North Queensland.
The complex maintains its original structures while adapting to modern maritime needs, with direct access from Wharf Street in central Cairns.
White's Shed introduced mechanical systems for handling bagged sugar in the 1920s, marking an innovation in Queensland's port cargo management.
Location: Queensland
GPS coordinates: -16.92730,145.78000
Latest update: March 15, 2025 09:38
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