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Cape Brett Lighthouse

Fl W 15s🇳🇿North Island (Northland Region), NZInactive

Location & Light Range

About Cape Brett Lighthouse

The white tower of Cape Brett Lighthouse stands 15 meters tall, with its light positioned 146 meters above sea level. First lit in 1910, it emitted a single white flash every 15 seconds, offering a geographic range of 17 nautical miles. The original light structure, 14 meters high, is located to the southwest. The lighthouse complex includes structures recognized as a Heritage New Zealand Category 1 historic place. The facility ceased operations in 1978, transitioning to an automated beacon.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is a Heritage New Zealand Category 1 historic place listing.

Background
Cape Brett Lighthouse is a lighthouse at Cape Brett in the Northland Region of the North Island of New Zealand. The site was surveyed and chosen in 1908 by Captain John Bollons of NZGSS Hinemoa. The lighthouse was deactivated and keepers were withdrawn in 1978 and replaced by an automated beacon on the same site. Cape Brett Lighthouse and its associated structures are on the Heritage New Zealand list as a Category 1 Historic Place List No: 7799. It was registered on 26 June 2009.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 15s
Focal Height
146m
Geographic Range
17NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1910
Heritage Status
Heritage New Zealand Category 1 historic place listing

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
K3709
NGA No.
K 3709
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
Q1034283 →
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Color
white

Structure: White tower; 13. W. 212°30´-030°, W. 106°- 173°, W. 195°-205°. Old light structure (14m) close SW

Location

City
North Island (Northland Region)
Country
🇳🇿NZ
Latitude
-35.1756°
Longitude
174.3325°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cape Brett Lighthouse at night?+
Cape Brett displays the characteristic Fl W 15s — 1 white flash every 15 seconds. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Cape Brett Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cape Brett Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Russel at 11.7 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Waitangi (13 NM WSW), PAIHIA (13.4 NM WSW), Opua (13.5 NM SW), Whangaroa (29.9 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cape Brett Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Cape Brett Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
How can I track vessels near Cape Brett Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cape Brett 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.