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Quarters of 1881; Barnet's 1883 Lighthouse; a World War II observation post on the cliff face and a (since obscured) associated shaft and tunnel; remnant garden walls; and numerous other significant archaeological remains. A pile of stone blocks was located east of the Greenway wall. These blocks are thought to have been left on the site after the demolition of the Engineer and Assistant's Quarters, although this has not been confirmed. A townhouse complex occupies the south-eastern part of the property. This is the largest of the residential buildings, (consisting of four dwellings) and was constructed in stages from 1970.

The area is highly exposed and has very shallow soil interspersed with rock outcrops. The Lightstation and adjacent areas have been cleared with some open heath and scrub vegetation being replanted in limited areas. The open areas are grassed and exotic species, of which the Norfolk Island pines are the most obvious, have been planted in the grounds of the Assistant Keeper's Quarters.

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Figure 3 – Environmental Considerations

4.2. Surrounding Lands

A section of the popular 'Coast Walk' is located on the eastern portion of the site. The 'Coast Walk' extends from Christison Park immediately south of the Lightstation, past Gap Park to Inner South Head.

Christison Park is extensively used by walkers with and without dogs and for active recreation. North of the Lightstation is Lighthouse Reserve, a passive recreation area used for walking and exercising. Both these areas were formerly used by Council for landfill, which has resulted in their being more elevated than the Macquarie Lightstation site.

Signal Hill is located just north of Lighthouse Reserve and contains the historic Signal Station built in 1842 which is on the site of the "Lookout Post" and flagstaff established in 1790. Just beyond the Signal Station are the Signal Hill fortifications dating from 1892 and upgraded during WWII.

The site is situated close to residences on Old South Head Road and Clarke Street.

Figure 4 – View Analysis

4.3. Site History

The Macquarie Lightstation precinct is recognised as being of great heritage importance. Its significance is derived from its:

       * Longstanding role as navigational beacon and landmark on Sydney Harbour;
       * Historical associations with Governor Lachlan Macquarie and colonial architects Francis Greenway and James Barnet;
       * Significant archaeological remains and potential;
       * Technical achievement of the construction of the lighthouse and operation of the beacon.

Aboriginal Heritage
In February 2006 the Sydney Harbour Federation Trust commissioned the Australian Museum Business Services to carry out an Archaeological Survey of the Macquarie Lightstation. This was undertaken in conjunction with the La Perouse Aboriginal Land Council.

The survey found no Aboriginal sites or objects on the surface and that the