Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2020L01339:reg:372:p3
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2020L01339
Segment Type: reg
Provision Reference: reg 372 (pt 3/62)
Character Range: 53646–56634

by Greenway. Other examples of such crenellations existed at Dawes Point Battery and Fort Macquarie. The survey also revealed that the wall is in a fragile state and recommended that for structural stability the stones should be re-pointed. Other conservation works were recommended, including the reconstruction of some of the crenellations for interpretive, structural and conservation value.

The remnant garden walls to the former Engineer and Assistant's Quarters were also surveyed and a recommendation was made to re-point the stones, provide a capping to any un-coped stones, and remove flaky lead-based paints and graffiti.

The 2001 CMP and the 2018 CMP both incorporate comprehensive photographic and written surveys of the fabric following components of the place:

       * Macquarie Lighthouse
       * Head Keeper's Quarters
       * Assistant Keeper's Quarters
       * Site and Landscape features

The surveys were carried out by heritage architects and planners of Lucas Stapleton Johnson and Partners. The surveys included the preparation of detailed drawings, identifying each internal and external site feature (including period of installation and its significance); a detailed photographic record was also prepared for each of the components of the place.

5.3. Condition of Values

The cultural significance and statutory heritage values of Macquarie Lightstation are embodied in the fabric of the place, its setting, records, related places, objects, and moveable heritage. Intangible aspects of the site's heritage, including its previous and modern uses, associations and meanings also find expression in the site's physical attributes. For example, the remnants of the Greenway lighthouse helps to tell the story of the original lighthouse at the site. The discussion of the condition of the values therefore focuses on the physical attributes to which the values are inextricably linked.

Despite the demolition of some buildings, the site's initial purpose as an aid to navigation remains. This value is reinforced through the continued operation of the lighthouse, and occupation of the Head Keeper's and Assistant Keeper's Quarters as residences.

The 2018 CMP includes the following assessment of the current condition of the site:

  The condition of the components of Macquarie Lightstation are generally good. A 2017 Conservation Action Plan prepared by Lyndon O'Grady (assumed on behalf of AMSA) notes the following issues: [1]

         * The sandstone on the upper internal levels of the tower is fretting leaving a fine sand residue on the staircase and landing on level 3 and to a lesser degree on the ground level.
         * Exterior paint finish is breaking down in some areas (including the lantern).

  The original plaque unveiled by Governor Macquarie on the opening of the first tower in 1818, is of immense significance. The glass is showing some mould growth on the inside.

  The Harbour Trust maintains the grounds of the lightstation