Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2022L01056:reg:2020:p18
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2022L01056
Segment Type: reg
Provision Reference: reg 2020 (pt 18/18)
Character Range: 98923–101316

Removal of 1896 Chance Bros. lens.

                                                                                                                                                                      * Removal of the mercury float pedestal.

                                                                                                                                                                      * Alterations to original material of lens and pedestal i.e. removal of mercury from pedestal.

Low                                                              * Changes to the light's character.

                                                                 * Alteration or replacement of Sealite SL-LED light source (not relating to supporting pillar).

                                                                 * Main light lens rotation change out.

Lantern room                                                 High                                                                                                     * Removal of original/early fabric.

Low                                                              * Replacement of glazing.

                                                                 * Re-sealing of glazing.

                                                                 * Repainting of lantern room in like-colours.

Wind vane                                                    Moderate                                                                                                 * Removal of wind vane from site.

6.3 Statutory and legislative requirements

Below are listed the various Acts and Code that influence the management of the Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse in terms of heritage, navigation, and work health and safety.
Act or code                                                                  Description
Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (Cth)           The Environment Protection & Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (Cth) requires agencies to prepare management plans that satisfy the obligations included in Schedule 7A and 7B of the EPBC Regulations.

Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Regulations 2000 (Cth)  The Commonwealth Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment has determined these principles as essential for guidance in managing heritage properties.