Bustard Head Lighthouse

The Bustard Head Lighthouse was built in 1868 and is one of the oldest lighthouses in Queensland.

History

• The Bustard Head Lighthouse serves as the central relay for several other lighthouses, including Dent Island Light, Pine Islet Light, and Lady Elliot Island Light.
• It is one of only two structures in Queensland featuring bolted prefabricated segments of cast iron.

The tower height is not specified, but its focal height is reportedly 30 metres (98 feet).

Light Characteristics

• The light pattern is not specified, but the range is believed to be significant for navigation purposes.

The Bustard Head Lighthouse remains an active aid to navigation, although its status as a central relay for other lighthouses suggests that it may have undergone automation in recent years.

Current Status

• No further information on this topic is available.

The lighthouse is located on the southeast tip of Bustard Head, approximately 20 kilometres northwest of Seventeen Seventy, within the Eurimbula National Park and locality of Eurimbula.

Location and Accessibility

• The address for Pancake Creek to Bustard Head Walk provides a convenient location for visitors to access the site.

The lighthouse is listed as a heritage structure, reflecting its historical significance in Queensland's maritime history.

Notable Historical Events

• Bustard Head was named by Captain James Cook in 1770, in honour of a bustard which was shot and eaten by the landing party at the location.

The Bustard Head Lighthouse is an important part of Queensland's maritime history.