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A Harbour Landmark

From the 1800s to the 21st Century

Only a team like Murphy’s can take on a project as important as restoring this heritage building and produce outstanding results. The NSW government first invited tenders for the South Head Signal House in 1938, and it was built shortly thereafter. It also went through a few upgrades over the years. Finally, in 1992, the structure ceased operating as a signal station for Sydney Harbour, but it has provided a search and rescue base for small, recreational boats ever since. 

This project was overseen by the Department of Planning, Industry and Environment, who asked our remedial construction company to help preserve the historic buildings. This included repairs and maintenance to the lighthouse and two cottages, as well as repairs and upgrades to the roof, windows, doors, walkways and the station’s kitchen.

The Murphy’s team wasted no time evaluating the site, erecting safety scaffolding, acquiring council approvals and commencing with the restoration work, which was completed in full in no more than 20 weeks. During this period, our remedial building specialists were able to overcome obstacles, provide and install new building restoration features and conduct solid repairs to the key areas of the station that were in need of upgrades.

As with many old buildings, hazardous materials were identified in the original structure, but our licensed hazardous removal experts were able to safely remove and dispose of them without delays to the overall project. 

Project summary:

  • Heritage building restoration
  • Hazardous material remediation
  • Electrical works
  • Completed in 20 weeks

Benefits offered to the client:

  • Total cost of under $1.5 million.
  • Professional remedial building services and heritage restoration.
  • Preservation of the station’s essential areas.

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