Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2023L00060:reg:2015:p1
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2023L00060
Segment Type: reg
Provision Reference: reg 2015 (pt 1/17)
Character Range: 40042–43067

2015  Structure repaint and corrosion-repair work.

  3.9 Summary of current and former uses
From its construction in 1846, the Goose Island Lighthouse has been used as a marine AtoN for mariners at sea. Its AtoN capabilities remain its primary use.

In conjunction with its AtoN capabilities, the island was occupied for over 80 years which saw it become home to many convict workers, livestock and later, light keeping families. The installation of the 5th Order AGA light source oversaw the de-staffing of the light and the demolition of much of the lightstation. On 23 November 1931, the Circular Head Chronicle reported that the Lady Loch had been deployed to Goose Island to "assist with alterations to lighthouse at that island".[30] Remnants of these building foundations lie beside the tower and are classified as being of historical and archaeological significance.

  3.10         Summary of past and present community associations

Aboriginal associations
Further consultation with Traditional Stakeholders is required for a greater understanding of the past and present associations held across the region.
AMSA will continue to work with stakeholders and the general public to establish the past and present significance of Swan Island, and associations with the lighthouse. This will be carried out in the form of consultation engagement, and future versions of this plan will be updated to reflect further information.

Local, national and international associations
As one of the oldest lighthouse towers to have remained active, Goose Island Lighthouse maintains significant national ties to both historic and current day navigational safety. Convict and lightkeeping families' presence on the island has generated genealogical interest in the region both locally, nationally and internationally.

  3.11         Unresolved questions or historical conflicts
Little is known about the European history of Goose Island prior to the construction of the lighthouse in 1846. The island's isolated location suggests it was left untouched until 1841 when construction commenced.

  3.12         Recommendations for further research
Research on past lighthouse keepers of Goose Island may be beneficial in determining the full extent of the social value placed on the site.

  4      Fabric
  4.1  Fabric register
The cultural significance of the lighthouse resides in its fabric, and also in its intangible aspects – such as the meanings people ascribe to it, and the connections to other places and things. The survival of its cultural value depends on a well-informed understanding of what is significant, and on clear thinking about the consequences of change. The Burra Charter[31] sets out good practice for conserving cultural significance.
Criterion listed under 'Heritage Significance' refer to the criterion satisfied within the specific Commonwealth heritage listing (see section 5.1).
(All images in sub-sections 4.1 and 4.2 - Source: AMSA)
Lighthouse feature: Lantern roof
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