Point Hicks Lighthouse

The Point Hicks Lighthouse is situated on POINT HICKKS ROAD within the Croajingolong National Park in the East Gippsland region of Victoria, Australia.

Location and Accessibility

• The lighthouse is easily accessible by car or on foot, with a short walk from the nearby road.

History

Point Hicks was first sighted by Europeans in April 1770 when HMS Endeavour reached the continent during James Cook's first voyage to the Pacific.

The area has been traditionally inhabited by the Australian Aboriginal Bidawal and Gunaikurnai peoples, who referred to the point as Tolywiarar.

Architecture

The Point Hicks Lighthouse was built in 1859-1860 and features a distinctive cylindrical tower with a total height of 56 metres (184 feet) above sea level.

The focal height is 56 metres, providing an effective beam range of 10 nautical miles.

The lighthouse has a characteristic white light pattern, flashing every 10 seconds.

Light Characteristics

The Point Hicks Lighthouse emits a white light with a character of Fl (flash).

The light's period is 10 seconds, and its reference number is K 2556.

Current Status

The Point Hicks Lighthouse remains an active aid to navigation, although it has been automated.

The lighthouse is no longer in use as a primary navigational aid due to the presence of more modern aids to navigation in the area.

Heritage Status

The Point Hicks Lighthouse is listed on the Victorian Heritage Register and is considered a significant cultural and historical landmark in Victoria, Australia.

Notable Historical Events

Point Hicks holds a special place in Australian history as the first land on the east coast of Australia sighted by Europeans.

The lighthouse has also played an important role in maritime navigation, providing vital guidance to mariners for over 150 years.

Notable Historical Events

• Point Hicks holds a special place in Australian history as the first land on the east coast of Australia sighted by Europeans.
• The lighthouse has also played an important role in maritime navigation, providing vital guidance to mariners for over 150 years.