Restoration work on McCrae’s historic lighthouse, made possible by a $1 million grant from Heritage Victoria to Mornington Peninsula Shire, was completed successfully last month.
The eye-catching lighthouse stands 33.5m tall, making it impossible to miss as you drive along Port Philip through the McCrae shopping village.
Built in 1874, the lighthouse needed attention to address rust that, if left unattended, would have led to potential structural issues and an increase in the cost of long-term maintenance. The lighthouse was retired in 1994. It is of significant historical value to the area.
“McCrae lighthouse is an iconic landmark for everyone who lives on or visits the Peninsula and is one of our most historic structures,” said the Shire’s manager of infrastructure projects, Derek Rotter. “We’re very happy to have been able to restore this much-loved lighthouse and ensure it is preserved for future generations to enjoy. Work consisted of abrasive blasting, rust removal, patch repairs, painting, cleaning, and other minor repairs to both the interior and exterior of the structure. As part of the project, the lighthouse was returned to its original white colour. It’s fantastic to see it now restored to its former glory.”
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