A new mast was erected and in 1872 plans were drawn up for the lighthouse. The light was originally a flashing white light of 4,000 candle power. This was increased in 1923 to 23,000 candle power and again in 1928 to 85,000 candle power. The pedestal was altered in 1928. It is at the southern most point of The Great Barrier Reef.
Many wrecks surround the island and over the uears the keepers have assisted in many sea rescues.
Again the hardships of living on a lighthouse on such a remote island, and at sea, are brought to us by the two headstone enclosed by a low white picket fence. This young woman was born on the island and lived most of her lonely life there. No information on tours or accommodation at present.