A lonely little boatshed? I don't think so
By Judy Evans
@JudyEv (342277)
Rockingham, Australia
July 8, 2019 8:06pm CST
Social media has a huge influence on the behaviour and opinions of much of the public. Now, an unlikely Perth icon has tens of thousands of Instagram posts, and Asian tourists in particular are queueing up to take selfies in front of a quaint, 90-year-old boatshed.
The boatshed (hashtag #blueboathouse) has been included in advertising campaigns in Asia. Young couples are including the location in pre-wedding photo shoots.
In 1944, the grandparents of the present owner paid five pounds for the structure. It has been rebuilt several times, including having the asbestos removed and the jetty replaced. It was then painted a bright blue and the rest, as they say, is history.
One Asian-brand smartphone is even pre-loaded with the photo of the boatshed. Singapore Airlines and Qantas have also used the image in advertising campaigns.
There is often a minor hiccup with such a sudden popularity and with the boatshed it is the lack of public toilets nearby. The nearest restaurant owner has complained about the numbers of people wanting to use his toilets. Now, the council responsible for the area is about to install public toilets nearer the boatshed. It seems it is a small price to pay for the increased tourist trade.
Vince has fiddled with the photo a little (as regards colour) but it’s still the same boatshed.
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26 responses
@youless (112591)
• Guangzhou, China
9 Jul 19
I didn't heard about this boatshed before. But lately I tried to check the airplane ticket price and I am surprised to find that the price is very nice from here to Perth. Since right now we are still waiting for my son's exam scores as it depends on which high school he will finally go to. After that, we can know the time schedule and spare some time for the high school. Since that, I dare not to buy the plane ticket as right now nothing is confirmed yet. The plane ticket price may increase soon later since it is the summer holiday. Besides, we shall also prepare for some time to get the visa. So probably we can't travel to Perth this time and hopefully we can do it in the future.
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@hereandthere (45645)
• Philippines
9 Jul 19
i figure it's cheaper to go to australia than america and canand since it's just below your country and in the same region.
however, since it's in the southern hemisphere, you have to consider the climate/weather when you're planning your visit. when it's summer in china, it's winter in australia and new zealand.
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@youless (112591)
• Guangzhou, China
9 Jul 19
@hereandthere In fact last time when we travelled to USA, the airplane ticket was cheaper and this is probably the most drive for us to have a travel there It was the same for our Russia travel. The planet ticket was very nice and better than flying to South Korea, how interesting
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@hereandthere (45645)
• Philippines
9 Jul 19
@youless maybe it depends if it's peak tourist season
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@crazyhorseladycx (39509)
• United States
10 Jul 19
i'm certain the owners 'f such've made a purty penny with so much interest'n such, 's well 's a boost to the local economy. ya jest ne'er know what'll be the 'next big thing', eh?
lovely pic 'f such. what program 'd mr. vince be usin' to do all these alterations with his pics, hon? i've been thinkin' 'f takin' a leap 'n gettin' me one, jest more confused the more reviews 'n test drives i go'n, lol.
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@crazyhorseladycx (39509)
• United States
11 Jul 19
@JudyEv hmm, i might look 'nto such. 'f course, need to get these eyes workin' proper 'gain. that'n my brain. seems i keep screwin' 'p my settin' thingies fer diff'rent pics?? i'm gonna run take a looksie 't all those gorgeous pics. brb
oh wow! ya need to put that link'n yer profile thingy, hon. he's loads 'f pics there :) love the ones with the rainbow'n the background 'n that fella with his shirt pulled 'p, lol. i've bookmarked such so's i can go through the rest durin' daylight hours. 'tis 'fter 1am here currently 'n the pup'd sure be wishin' to go to bed.
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@JudyEv (342277)
• Rockingham, Australia
11 Jul 19
@crazyhorseladycx I'm really pleased you enjoyed them. I doubt they're of much interest to anyone who isn't interested in horses but I'll put the link up. I hadn't thought about it before.
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@JudyEv (342277)
• Rockingham, Australia
12 Jul 19
@crazyhorseladycx We've run out of wall space too. I checked out the one you like. Isn't it gorgeous? It was taken in the Northern Territory when we were in the Alice Springs area.
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@andriaperry (117157)
• Anniston, Alabama
9 Jul 19
I want one of these photos, just like this one he fiddled with, how much for a 5x7 ? and his name not on top but the lower corner.
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@PatZAnthony (14749)
• Charlotte, North Carolina
9 Jul 19
It is so nice that Vince has this photo and the talent to do whatever he did with color. These are things I should learn more about, but probably never will.
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@PatZAnthony (14749)
• Charlotte, North Carolina
17 Jul 19
@JudyEv I know. Life just goes by so fast and we can't do or learn everything, can we? Time to pick and choose.
@snowy22315 (182357)
• United States
9 Jul 19
It's funny how little things like that catch on.
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@arthurchappell (44998)
• Preston, England
9 Jul 19
looks a really nice boatshed
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@teamfreak16 (43418)
• Denver, Colorado
9 Jul 19
He should have Photoshopped a shark eating a bride for some added zing!
But seriously, striking photo!
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@JudyEv (342277)
• Rockingham, Australia
10 Jul 19
They do some funny antics doing their selfies but I don't think anyone has imported a shark yet. But it's a good idea! lol
@JudyEv (342277)
• Rockingham, Australia
10 Jul 19
The locals are all a bit befuddled by all the attention it's getting. It's been there for years and largely unnoticed.
@SophiaMorros (5044)
• Belews Creek, North Carolina
9 Jul 19
It's funny what people decide they need to go visit! Beautiful photo!
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