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Port Waratah Lighthouse

F White/Red/Green🇦🇺Newcastle, AUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Port Waratah Lighthouse

Port Waratah Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in Newcastle, AU. It is currently operational and active, providing guidance to vessels navigating the surrounding waters. The light sits at a focal height of 64 meters above mean sea level.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is F White/Red/Green. This characteristic is published in the relevant List of Lights and can be used by mariners to confirm their position relative to the coast. The light color is white/red/green, which may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.

Position: Port Waratah Lighthouse is positioned at -32.8862°S, 151.7705°E, near Newcastle in AU.

Geographic context: Port Waratah Lighthouse is situated on the Tasman Sea. The location falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers.

Nearby lighthouses in AU: Other lighthouses in the region include Abbot Point East Approach Range Rear, Adelaide Semaphore Timeball, Adele Island, Airlie Island, Albany Rock. View all on the Lighthouses Directory.

Nearby Ports

Newcastle

AUNTL

0.9 NMSSW

Sandgate

AUSGT

3.7 NMWNW

Heatherbrae

AUHBE

6.5 NMNNW

Warners Bay

AUWSN

7.8 NMSW

Beresfield

AUBFD

8 NMNW

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
F White/Red/Green
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
0 flashes

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
64m
Light Range
Not available
Status
ACTIVE
City
Newcastle
Country
🇦🇺AU
Latitude
-32.8862°
Longitude
151.7705°

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Flag
Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Port Waratah Lighthouse at night?+
Port Waratah displays the characteristic F White/Red/Green. 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 white/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Port Waratah Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Port Waratah Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Newcastle at 0.9 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Sandgate (3.7 NM WNW), Heatherbrae (6.5 NM NNW), Warners Bay (7.8 NM SW), Beresfield (8 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Port Waratah Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Port Waratah 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 Port Waratah Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Port Waratah 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.