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Comboyuro Point Lighthouse

🇦🇺AUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Comboyuro Point Lighthouse

An octagonal wood tower with a lantern and gallery was built at Comboyuro Point in 1874. This lighthouse served the northwestern tip of Moreton Island, near the port of Bulwer. Coastal erosion forced the structure to be moved inland twice, first in 1890 and again in 1905. Despite these relocations, the lighthouse eventually collapsed into the sea in 1960. Its operational status is now false.

Why it matters: The repeated relocations of this lighthouse highlight the severe coastal erosion challenges faced in the region.

Background
Comboyuro Point Light, which was also known later as Comboyuro Light, was located on Comboyuro Point, at the northwestern tip of Moreton Island. It is one of the Moreton Island lighthouses.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
octagonal
Material
wood

Structure: An octagonal wood tower with lantern and gallery.

Location

Country
🇦🇺Australia
Region
Queensland
Sea Region
northwestern tip of Moreton Island
Latitude
-27.0616°
Longitude
153.3630°

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Type
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Construction & History

Year Built
1874

Significant events: moved inland 1890, moved inland 1905, collapsed into sea 1960

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Bulwer(0.8 km)
ARLHS No.
AUS-294
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Wikidata
Q12055301 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Comboyuro Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Comboyuro Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Bulwer at 0.9 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Sandstone (12.1 NM W), SCARBOROUGH (16.5 NM WSW), CALOUNDRA (19.8 NM NW), Chermside (22 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Comboyuro Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Comboyuro Point 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 Comboyuro Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Comboyuro Point 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.