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The lighthouse was originally erected at the entrance of the Port River and first lit on New Year’s Day 1869. Of British design, the structure was transported to the colony in parts and when built included accommodation in the lower rooms but they proved unbearable in the local heat. In 1901 the iron body of the lighthouse was moved to South Neptune Island in Spencer Gulf, and fitted with a new lantern. The original lantern was installed in a lighthouse at Wonga Shoal, eight miles from Port Adelaide. Entering the lighthouse we find various exhibits: an old beacon light, and an early sketch of the lighthouse. Climbing the spiral staircase we find further exhibits: some old bottles, and a flag locker. Near the top we clamber around the old turning mechanism before arriving at the viewing platform. |
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