Repairs are complete on the heritage-listed Superintendent's residence at Deal Island, helping preserve an important part of Tasmania's maritime history.
The works included reroofing the residence, storerooms and privy, as well as repairing the dormer windows and gutters.
The new corrugated iron roof which was fitted over the original shingles to protect them from the elements
The residence is now used as a museum, telling the stories of Deal Island and the lighthouse keepers and their families who lived there.
The roof was last replaced around 26 years ago and was approaching end-of-life due to the harsh Bass Strait environment.
The original roof framing and shingles have been retained, preserving evidence of the building's development over time. A new corrugated iron roof was fitted over the shingles to protect them from the elements.
Repair works in progress
The works were delivered by Tasmanian specialist heritage builders Paradigm Construction.
Deal Island is located 60 kilometres north-west of Flinders Island in Bass Strait. The Deal Island Lightstation is significant for its association with the development of navigational aids along the Tasmanian coastline. It was decommissioned in 1992.
Spectacular views from the Superintendent's residence at Deal Island