Booby Island Light, Heritage lighthouse in Torres Strait, Queensland, Australia
The white conical tower with a red dome stands 18 meters tall on Booby Island, marking the western entrance to Torres Strait navigation channel.
Constructed in 1890 by the Rooney brothers from Maryborough, the lighthouse cost £6,500 and included three cottages for the keepers and their families.
The Kaurareg people, traditional owners of the western Torres Strait, refer to Booby Island as Ngiangu, named after a giant from their stories.
The lighthouse operates on solar power since 1991, emitting one white flash every ten seconds that remains visible for up to 20 nautical miles.
The island contained a storage of provisions for shipwrecked sailors during the 19th century due to numerous maritime accidents in the area.
Location: Queensland
Location: Shire of Torres
Inception: 1890
Made from material: lumber, galvanised iron
GPS coordinates: -10.60423,141.91107
Latest update: March 4, 2025 04:51
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