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Brisbane Outbound Range Front Lighthouse

Q Blue 10s🇦🇺AUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Brisbane Outbound Range Front Lighthouse

This skeletal steel tower stands 10 meters tall in Moreton Bay, Queensland, mounted on a platform supported by tripod piles. It carries a triangular white daymark and emits a quick-flashing blue light. The structure is part of the Brisbane Outbound Range, guiding vessels departing the nearby port. The site is accessible to visitors, though the tower itself remains closed to the public. Its focal height is just over 10 meters, providing a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This light is essential for ships departing Brisbane, functioning as a critical aid for the outbound range in Moreton Bay.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q Blue 10s
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
Blue
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Q B
Focal Height
10.0584m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

Country
🇦🇺Australia
Region
Queensland
Sea Region
Moreton Bay, Australia, marking the Brisbane Outbound Range
Latitude
-27.2637°
Longitude
153.2416°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Brisbane(7.0 km)
Admiralty No.
K2868
NGA No.
5728

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white
Material
steel

Structure: skeletal tower mounted on a platform supported by tripod piles and carrying a triangular white daymark

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Brisbane Outbound Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Brisbane Outbound Range Front displays the characteristic Q Blue 10s. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The blue color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Brisbane Outbound Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Brisbane Outbound Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Chermside at 8.2 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Port of Brisbane (8.2 NM SSW), SCARBOROUGH (8.4 NM WNW), Boondall (11 NM WSW), Pinkenba (11.7 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Brisbane Outbound Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Brisbane Outbound Range Front Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Brisbane Outbound Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Brisbane Outbound Range Front Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.