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Point Hicks Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 10s🇦🇺Victoria, AUOperational

The Point Hicks Lighthouse, situated in Victoria, Australia, was constructed and first lit in 1890. It stands as a white, round tower with a height of 56 meters. The focal height is also 56 meters, and it emits a white light. This light flashes, providing a geographic range of 10 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located at coordinates 149.2755 East and 37.80191 South.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is listed on the Victorian Heritage Register.

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Point Hicks Lighthouse is a lighthouse located on the Point Hicks headland, in the East Gippsland region of Victoria, Australia.
Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
56m
Geographic Range
10NM
Year Built
1890
Heritage Status
listed on the Victorian Heritage Register
Admiralty No.
K2556
NGA No.
K 2556
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Tower Height
56m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white

Structure: White round tower; 72.6608 K 2555 Cape Conran. 37° 48.8´ S 148° 43.8´ E

City
Victoria
Country
🇦🇺AU
Latitude
-37.8019°
Longitude
149.2755°
Flag
Type
Name
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How do mariners identify Point Hicks Lighthouse at night?+
Point Hicks displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 10s — 2 white flashes every 10 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.
Is Point Hicks Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Point Hicks 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.
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