Bowen, QLD, Australia (2008)

Bowen is a mural town It is located on the north-east coast of Queensland, Australia. The twentieth parallel (20 degrees South) crosses the main street. Bowen is in the dry tropics. It enjoys a diversified and prosperous economy based on agriculture, fishing, tourism, and mining. Much of the movie 'Australia', directed by Baz Luhrmann and starring Nicole Kidman and Hugh Jackman, was filmed in Bowen. Ref: Wikipedia

The SS "Canberra"


Situated in George Street on the wall of Jochheim's Pie Shop. This 7700t ship, named after the recently announced Australian Capital city, was Howard Smith Company's answer to Adelaide Steamship and Australian Steam Navigation Co. for a share in the growing coastal trade. Built in Glasgow in 1913, Canberra was placed on the run from Melbourne to major ports along the coast to Cairns. In that year Canberra became known as the "Honeymoon" ship or today's equivalent of the "Love Boat". Very fond memories are held by those who sailed on her. It was commandeered by the Government in 1917 and 1941 for use as a troop ship. The ship was sold in 1947 and was eventually broken up in 1959.

Painted by Luigi Nuzzolese in 1991-1992©
Ref: Bowen Murals