Lighthouses of Australia AGM Weekend

Immerse yourself in the rich maritime history of Cape Jaffa Lighthouse at the Lighthouses of Australia AGM Weekend, taking place from the 18th October to the 20th October.  This special event offers a range of activities, including an exclusive exhibition, guided tours and insightful talks from distinguished guest speakers.

Event Highlights:

• Cape Jaffa Lighthouse Logbooks Exhibition: Discover 82 carefully selected pages from the lighthouse's original logbooks, showcasing records from 1872 to 1966.
• Cape Jaffa Lighthouse Cottage Ruin Tour: Join a guided walking tour to the historic cottage ruins, with Friends of Butcher Gap to assist with vegetation interpretation.
• Margaret Brock Reef & Lighthouse Platform Tour: Embark on a boat tour to the Margaret Brock Reef & Lighthouse Platform, offered in partnership with Limestone Coast Boat Tours (bookings required, weather and numbers permitting).
• Day & Night Lighthouse Tours: Experience the Cape Jaffa Lighthouse by day or night with our guided tours that reveal the secrets of this iconic structure.
• Annual General Meeting (Lighthouse of Australia Members Only): Engage with fellow lighthouse enthusiasts in the annual meeting, exclusive to members.

Guest Speakers:

• Anne Daw: Daughter of Verne McLaren, who played a pivotal role in relocating the Cape Jaffa Lighthouse Tower.
• Armin Huefner: Project Engineer in 1975, who will discuss the footings and lower structure of the lighthouse.
• Professor Miles Lewis:  Portable Buildings World Heritage Nomination Task Force 'The Iron Lighthouse.'

Group Lunch & Dinner:

• Dinner: Join us at the Crown Inn Kingston on Saturday, October 19th from 6pm.
• Lunch: Enjoy a relaxed meal at the Senior Citizens' Clubrooms on Sunday, October 20th from 12pm to 1:30pm.

Bookings are required for lunch and dinner events.

This is an unmissable opportunity to explore and celebrate the heritage of Cape Jaffa Lighthouse with fellow history enthusiasts.