Awhitu Lighthouse Manukau Heads

The Manukau Heads Lighthouse, which dates from 1874, has been meticulously rebuilt, using original parts, by volunteers from the local Awhitu community. The lighthouse ceased operation on its former site, a couple of kilometres away, in 1986, and important parts were placed in storage. It has now been relocated next to the Manukau Heads Signal Station Platform, which has been on the site since 1865. Information panels tell the story of the light house and of the wreck of 'The Orpheus' a Royal Navy ship which foundered on the Manukau Bar in 1863 with the loss of 189 lives. There are picnic facilities at the base of the hill.

Awhitu Regional Park is on the other side of the peninsula and Kohekohe Church is in the area.

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Jeff Olsen comments: An excellent attraction well worth the drive from Takapuna. A notice with a map perhaps down by the car parking area which outlines other attractions on the peninsula and how to get there would be great. The family thoroughly enjoyed the day and the spectacular panorama.

Heritage Image Credit: NZHerald via Auckland Libraries