Reference numberLH001293EDescriptionThe lighter King Bay (124.1 tons) was built in Beach Street (between the old railway bridge and the traffic bridge). It was constructed for Cossack Lightering and Traders Ltd by Edward Howson. Work began on 15.12.1936 and the lighter was launched on 18.01.1938. In addition to York Gum, 75,000 square feet of Jarrah and Oregon (decking and mast) were used in the construction.Date1937Photograph FormatPhotographDigital ItemYes
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The lighter King Bay under construction (1937). City of Fremantle Local History Centre, accessed 15/11/2025, https://history.fremantle.wa.gov.au/nodes/view/16591
