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About Maatsuyker Island Lighthouse
Maatsuyker Island Lighthouse is a lighthouse on Maatsuyker Island, Tasmania, Australia. It was the last Australian lighthouse still being officially operated by lightkeepers. A second, smaller, and automated lighthouse was installed in 1996 but it is unclear whether volunteers are going to continue to work the lights on Maatsuyker Island.
Visiting Maatsuyker Island Lighthouse
- Location: 43.6570°S, 146.2715°E — view on Google Maps
- Nearest town: Cockle Creek, Tasmania (50 km east) — see accommodation in Cockle Creek
- Access: Conditions vary by site. Some lighthouses sit on public headlands with car parks and interpretive signage; others are on islands or in active marine reserves requiring a boat or permit. Check with the relevant state parks service or heritage body for current access, opening times and fees before visiting.
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Further reading
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