[2] A newer light, constructed of a concrete post, replaced it in 1976, and the old lighthouse was relocated a short distance away, where it stands today.

An early 1847 private beacon was replaced by a temporary government light in 1864, and then the permanent tower in 1865.

In 1934 the lighthouse was converted to electricity, and remained so until 1976 when it was deactivated and replaced by a concrete pile light constructed just 3 metres (9.8 ft) away.

Several lights were established around that period to assist navigation in Moreton Bay, notorious for its rocks and moving mudflats and sandbanks.

[7] In 1976[9] the lighthouse was deactivated and replaced by a concrete pile light which was constructed just 3 metres (9.8 ft) away.

[13] The second keeper was James Troy, who served along with his family for 50 years until 1927, the longest-serving lightkeeper at one lighthouse in Australia.

[13] The white painted tapering tower is timber framed, as typical for Queensland lighthouses of the late 19th century.

The gallery is wooden, hexagonal in form, with a pipe handrail, supported on metal struts.

It was recommended for restoration in 2010, with ownership to transfer to Redland City Council as a tourist icon rather than for maritime safety purposes.

[16] The site where the old lighthouse is located is managed by the Redland City Council and is accessible to the public, but its interior is closed.

[7] The 1879 Chance Brothers lens is on display at the Redland Shire Council chambers in Cleveland.