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LIGHTHOUSE HISTORY
Explore the timeline of the South Solitary Island lighthouse from the opening of the lighthouse in 1880, right through to current day.
First Head Keeper appointed and Light first exhibited
First known helicopter lands on the island
Lighthouse automated and all residents leave
New home for the lighthouse optic at the jetty foreshores
First Order Chance Brothers Optic finds its home at the Jetty Foreshores
The new home for the 143 year old First Order Chance Brothers optic from South Solitary Island Lighthouse will soon attract thousands to the Jetty Foreshores to see this iconic piece of Coffs Harbour’s and Australia’s maritime history.
Keep an eye out for news of events planned surrounding the official opening.
