Point Moore Lighthouse Geraldton
DJI Mavic pro flight around the 1878 built metal Lighthouse at Point Moore Geraldton.
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Mavic Air - Point Moore Lighthouse, Geraldton Western Australia
POINT MOORE GERALDTON WA WESTERN AUSTRALIA
LIGHTHOUSE HISTORY Geraldton is a city and port in Western Australia located 424 kilometres (263 mi) north of Perth. According to the 2001 census, Geraldton has a population of 29,996, making it the fifth-largest city in Western Australia.
Today the city is an important centre for mining, fishing, wheat, sheep and tourism.
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History
The foundation were originally laid for the Moore Point Lighthouse in 1877, but were found to be in the wrong place. Following this discovery they were relocated to the current site 5 kilometres from the centre of Geraldton.
The tower was a prefabricated steel tower by Chance Bros. of Birmingham, and brought to Australia in segments from England aboard the 'Lady Louisa'. It was bolted together on the new foundations.
The light was first exhibited in 1878. There was also a subsidiary light giving two beams but this has since been removed.
The original original kerosene wick lamp was replaced by an incandescent-mantle lamp in 1911. A further conversion to electricity was undertaken in 1958.
The light was significantly upgraded in power in 1962 when the candelas was raised from 90,000 to 320,000. The character was altered to the current configuration at the same time.
The light was further upgraded in 1985.
The tower's day mark of four red, and three white bands was added in 1969.
The Moore Point lighthouse is the oldest surviving Commonwealth lighthouse in Western. It was also the first the first steel tower on the mainland of Australia
Point Moore Lighthouse
This bold red and white striped landmark has become something of a Geraldton icon, overlooking the blue waters of the Indian Ocean at Point Moore.
A pre-fabricated steel tower built in the UK, it was erected on site in 1878 and stands 34 metres tall. Its beam can be seen 26km out to sea. The recently repainted structure is the only one of its kind in WA.
Altough not open to the public, the Geraldton lighthouse has a new interpretive plaque for visitors situated at the front of the building.
On Champion Bay, 424km north of Perth - Geraldton is a flourishing little city with an almost perfect climate, averaging a temperature of 24C, with lovely warm summers and mild winters. The key cargo port of the region, Geraldton has some brilliant, white-sand beaches, warm, clear waters, and the fishing up this way borders on the legendary.
It's also the centre of WA's lobster fishing industry - with the main base for this lucrative activity out on the Abroholos Islands, about 64km offshore. There's a major fishing fleet operating out of Geraldton's harbour and, if you're here during the lobster season (November to June), make sure you make your way down to Fisherman's Wharf to watch the lobsters being unloaded before tasting.
POINT MOORE GERALDTON WA WESTERN AUSTRALIA
LIGHTHOUSE HISTORY Geraldton is a city and port in Western Australia located 424 kilometres (263 mi) north of Perth. According to the 2001 census, Geraldton has a population of 29,996, making it the fifth-largest city in Western Australia. Today the city is an important centre for mining, fishing, wheat, sheep and tourism. Caravan Trip 2007
Point Moore Geraldton Western Australia.
A dive at Point Moore Geraldton Western Australia with a GOPRO Hero 2 and a blurfix lens adapter and clear lens.
Point Moore Lighthouse - Geraldton Perth
It's so windy at Point Moore Beach. It's like a mini sand storm and we can only face one direction to avoid sand from getting into our eyes.
Point Moore Geraldton
Point Moore in Geraldton, Western Australia.
Point Moore Geraldton 13JUL16
A shore dive from Point Moore, Geraldton, Western Australia. Sighted four cuttlefish.
Point Moore Geraldton WA 30 knot wind
Geraldton's consistent summer winds have earned the city the title of the country's windsurfing and kitesurfing capital.
Conditions are so ideal for windsurfing and kitesurfing that hundreds of fans from across the globe descend on Geraldton each year to experience the thrill of racing across the water on a sail or kite board. Conditions are best during the summer months from around November to March when prevailing southerly sea breezes spice up the action.
Point Moore is renowned for its variety of conditions - from its protected bay to its outer reef and waves.
Sunset Beach and its wave breaks are great for your more experienced surfers.
St Georges Beach is great for beginners.
At Coronation Beach, some 30km north, beginners can windsurf in the bay while more experienced windsurfers can hit the outer ocean and windsurf the waves.
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Travel through Geraldton WA Caravan Trip 2007
Geraldton is a city and port in Western Australia located 424 kilometres (263 mi) north of Perth. According to the 2001 census, Geraldton has a population of 29,996. Today the city is an important centre for mining, fishing, wheat, sheep and tourism. Attractions
The construction of the St Francis Xavier Catholic Cathedral started in 1916 but was not completed until 1938. The cathedral was designed by Monsignor John Hawes who was both an architect and a priest.
The lighthouse located on Point Moore was recently repainted and established as another cultural attraction of Geraldton.
Geraldton is also an internationally renowned windsurfing location. The most popular spot is Coronation Beach, located just north of the town. Nearby
North of Geraldton is the town of Northampton, as well as the Hutt River Province, an area which claims to be an independent nation since its self-proclaimed secession from Western Australia in 1969.
The Houtman Abrolhos islands are 60 km to the west of Geraldton. They are famous for the 1629 wreck of the Batavia. A stone portico recovered from the wreck has been reconstructed at the local museum, along with other artifacts.
Twenty-five kilometres south of Geraldton near Walkaway a windfarm was completed in August 2005. It consists of 54 turbines, each producing 1.8 MW and 80 metres high with 40 metre blades.
[edit] Old Port
The original port has be dredged to a depth of 9.4m at the berths, which is suitable for ships of 64,000 metric tons of deadweight (DWT).
[edit] New Port
In 2006, it was proposed to establish a new deepwater port at Oakajee, about 25km north of Geraldton. This port would serve the mining industry, especially iron ore.
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Geraldton Lighthouse
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Sup at St Georges Beach
TOP 20 GERALDTON Attractions (Things to Do & See)
Best places to visit in Geraldton - Western Australia, must see and things to do list in Geraldton for travelers. Geraldton is coastal city in Western Australia, about hundreds km from Perth.
Tourist attractions in Geraldton is HMAS Sydney II Memorial, Museum of Geraldton, St Francis Xavier Cathedral, Town Beach, Coalseam Conservation Park, Lavender Valley Farm, Greenough Wildlife Park, The Tin Heads, Waminda Wildlife Sanctuary, Point Moore Lighthouse, Latitude Gallery Jewellers, The Esplanade, Geraldton Regional Art Gallery, Old Gaol Museum & Craft Centre, Back Beach, Tarcoola Beach, Fishing Boat Harbour, Monsignor Hawes Heritage Centre, Pages Beach, Coronation Beach etc.
As a coastal city in Mid West Region, popular things to do in Geraldton is all about beach activities such as Stand Up Paddleboarding, Scuba & Snorkeling, Surfing, Kite Surfing, Wind Surfing, boat tours etc.
So thats all about beautiful places to visit or what to do list in Geraldton - Western Australia. Hope your holiday in Geraldton be wonderful by watching this video on Explore Australia.
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Point Moore Lighthouse
Kitesurfing Point Moore Geraldton
Kitesurfing Point Moore Geraldton Western Australia
Point Moore Lighthouse
This time with a gimbal, vibration mounts.
This is Geraldton, Western Australia
Come and visit our vibrant city of Geraldton and you’ll be amazed what it has to offer. From pristine beaches to 4 wheel driving on the sand dunes, wind surfing and lovely walk on our Foreshore... we all have it here????
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caravan trip 2007 Travel through Geraldton WA Caravan Trip 2007 Geraldton is a city and port in Western Australia located 424 kilometres (263 mi) north of Perth. According to the 2001 census, Geraldton has a population of 29,996. Today the city is an important centre for mining, fishing, wheat, sheep and tourism. Attractions The construction of the St Francis Xavier Catholic Cathedral started in 1916 but was not completed until 1938. The cathedral was designed by Monsignor John Hawes who was both an architect and a priest. The lighthouse located on Point Moore was recently repainted and established as another cultural attraction of Geraldton. Geraldton is also an internationally renowned windsurfing location. The most popular spot is Coronation Beach, located just north of the town. Nearby North of Geraldton is the town of Northampton, as well as the Hutt River Province, an area which claims to be an independent nation since its self-proclaimed secession from Western Australia in 1969. The Houtman Abrolhos islands are 60 km to the west of Geraldton. They are famous for the 1629 wreck of the Batavia. A stone portico recovered from the wreck has been reconstructed at the local museum, along with other artifacts. Twenty-five kilometres south of Geraldton near Walkaway a windfarm was completed in August 2005. It consists of 54 turbines, each producing 1.8 MW and 80 metres high with 40 metre blades. [edit] Old Port The original port has be dredged to a depth of 9.4m at the berths, which is suitable for ships of 64,000 metric tons of deadweight (DWT). [edit] New Port In 2006, it was proposed to establish a new deepwater port at Oakajee, about 25km north of Geraldton. This port would serve the mining industry, especially iron ore. wikipedia