Captain Cook Memorial and Lighthouse at Point Danger Offcially Reopened Following Major Upgrade

The Hon Aileen MacDonald OAM MLC has offcially acknowledged the reopening of the Captain Cook Memorial and Lighthouse at Point Danger, located on the NSW/Queensland border, following a signifcant upgrade completed in July.

Ms. MacDonald highlighted the lighthouse as an iconic landmark within the Tweed Shire, emphasizing its importance to both the local community and maritime safety. “I am pleased to announce that the $6.5 million upgrade has successfully restored the lighthouse to its full operational capacity, ensuring it will continue to guide mariners safely for many decades to come,” Ms. MacDonald stated.

She also underscored the cultural signifcance of the site, particularly for Indigenous Australians, noting that artwork refecting its historical importance has been carefully integrated into the stonework as part of the upgrade.

Ms. MacDonald commended the Tweed Shire Council for their leadership in executing the project, which now includes the Marine Rescue NSW Operations Centre, as well as new facilities including a café, gallery, and public restrooms.

She praised the collaborative efforts between the Tweed Shire Council and the City of Gold Coast, which originally brought the Point Danger facility to life as a joint initiative.

“The facility’s impact over the past year is a testament to its critical role,” Ms. MacDonald added, “with the Point Danger team recording 27,763 crossings of the Tweed River bar and conducting 176 rescue operations, resulting in 318 lives saved.”