Norah Head Lightstation Precinct, Maritime heritage site in New South Wales, Australia.
Norah Head Lightstation is a lighthouse with a cylindrical concrete tower topped by a bluestone gallery housing the original Chance Bros lantern. The precinct also includes the restored keeper's quarters and supporting structures that date to the early operational years.
The lighthouse began operating in 1903 as the final addition to New South Wales coastal navigation infrastructure. Its early keepers maintained the light through decades of service guiding ships along the coast.
The lighthouse precinct held significance for the Darkinjung people, who gathered there as a campsite and burial ground across many generations. This indigenous connection remains woven into the character of the location today.
The site welcomes visitors daily through guided tours and offers overnight stays in the restored historic quarters. Note that access closes on certain national holidays, so it is wise to check opening arrangements ahead of a visit.
The tower was built using precast concrete blocks, an unusual construction method for lighthouses in the early 1900s. This technique was forward-thinking and set it apart from the stone masonry methods common at the time.
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