Help flies in for island lighthouse

Shannon SmithAlbany Advertiser
Camera IconA helicopter flew in the crew for maintenance. Credit: Supplied

A team has been flown in to conduct annual maintenance on the lighthouse on Breaksea Island.

The maintenance involves servicing the lantern, including replacing a cracked glazing pane and repainting.

Vegetation is also being cleared around the helipad during the visit.

Camera IconA work party restocking the acetylene cylinders after the lighthouse was automated in 1930. Credit: Supplied

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