Every tool, material and piece of equipment required for this project had to be carried by hand to the worksite.
The Wilsons Promontory Lightstation sits within Wilsons Promontory National Park at mainland Australia’s southernmost point. Built in 1859 from locally quarried granite, the heritage-listed precinct continues to accommodate Parks Victoria staff and visitors.
Kennedys Group undertook maintenance works to staff accommodation adjacent to the lightstation. Led by Chris Kennedy, the team investigated roof leaks that allowed moisture into the buildings. The leaks created conditions for mould growth and damaged internal surfaces.
Although Parks Victoria provided private vehicle access for part of the journey, the team still carried everything to site. This included tools, equipment, materials, food supplies and overnight gear for the final 3km section. Because every item arrived by hand, the team carefully planned each stage of the project.
Working within a heritage-listed precinct, the team followed the requirements of the Heritage Act 2017. They balanced maintenance requirements with the need to protect the site’s historic character.
The scope included roof leak repairs, roof inspections, general maintenance, mould remediation and a detailed roof condition report. Once remediation was complete, the team repainted affected internal areas and completed repairs to prevent further water ingress.
Despite the site’s remote location, the team completed the works efficiently while protecting the heritage asset. The repairs improved the condition of the staff accommodation and addressed ongoing moisture issues. They also helped protect the buildings from further deterioration.
