Repairs are complete on the heritage-listed Superintendent's residence at Deal Island in Bass Strait, helping preserve an important part of Tasmania's maritime history.
Built in 1846, the residence is historically intact and includes a variety of wall coverings including wallpapers, newspapers and magazines dating back to the nineteenth century.
Acting Minister for Parks, Madeleine Ogilvie, said the upgrades included reroofing the residence, storerooms and privy, and repairing the dormer windows and gutters.
"These works ensure our maritime heritage remains intact for future generations," Minister Ogilvie said.
"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 has been fitted over the shingles to protect them from the elements."
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.
It is Australia's highest lighthouse standing 305 metres above the ocean surface.
The $125,000 project to upgrade the historic buildings was delivered through the Tasmanian Government's Boost Maintenance funding program.
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