North Mole Lighthouse

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The North Mole Lighthouse began operation in 1906 at the entrance to Fremantle Harbour in Western Australia.

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It was designed by C. Y. O'Connor, an engineer responsible for the construction of Fremantle Harbour and who advanced the proposal of the Goldfields Water Supply Scheme. The Script error: No such module "convert". tower is made of cast iron, painted red and features classical decorations.

It is located at the end of North Mole Drive. The position is a well used recreational fishing spot and a vantage point for ocean yacht racing and birdwatching.

In June in 1927 and July 1935, severe storms were recorded affecting the moles but not seriously damaging the lighthouses.[1][2]

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