In-depth reference pieces on the history, engineering and heritage of Australian lighthouses.
From the first tower at South Head in 1818 to the automated stations that guide mariners today.
The engineering, optics and operations behind Australia's coastal lights.
The towers, cottages and reserves that have been formally protected under state and national heritage legislation.
Tragedies that shaped where lighthouses were built — and where they weren't.
The best lights to photograph, and the best times of year to visit them.