Situated off Whalers Bluff Lighthouse at the northern end of Nun's Beach near Portland, Victoria, Lighthouse Reef offers both shore and boat access to a shallow (1–4 m) limestone reef. The site is the resting place of the New Zealander, a coal ship scuttled in 1953, whose scattered wreck parts are still visible among the reef. Clear, calm conditions and excellent visibility on sunny days make this a stunning dive and snorkel spot, with abundant temperate sea life populating the reef and wreck structure. A short beach walk from Nun's Beach leads to the sheltered entry point.
Lighthouse Reef Shore or Boat Dive
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Wave Height 0.3 mSwell Period 11 sWind Speed 12 knPrecipitation 16 mmTidal Phase slack
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Low risk: Fishing line entanglement
Nun's Beach and the breakwater area are popular with fishers; active and broken fishing lines may be present in the water.
Low risk: Variable visibility
Visibility depends on sunny weather and calm conditions; can deteriorate after wind or swell.
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From Portland, head north along Dutton Way to Nun's Beach. The reef is located under Whalers Bluff Lighthouse at the northern end of Nun's Beach. A short beach walk is required for shore access.
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