Port and Starboard channel markers are internationally recognised sea markers used in maritime pilotage to indicate the edge of a channel. This Port Phillip West Channel marker was built in 1955 and was run on acetylene, therefore requiring a platform and circular hut rather than the modern buoys or posts. It was painted green as it marked the starboard side of the channel. West Channel Marker, Grimes No. 5 Built 1955 Accetylene poweredchannel markers, west channel, port phillip, pile light

Portside channel marker from west channel Port Phillip. This red circular building had a red navigational light on top and was know as Tuckey.Portside channel marker from West Channel Port Phillip. Circular red building with red navigational light on top. west channel marker, tuckey