Bulimba ferry wharf, Heritage ferry wharf in Bulimba, Australia.
Description
Bulimba ferry wharf is a historic dock facility on Oxford Street marked by a distinctive octagonal clock tower with four faces. The structure features weatherboard cladding and a terracotta-tiled gabled roof that makes it an identifiable landmark.
History
Construction of the wharf began in 1922 under Balmoral Shire Council supervision. It replaced earlier rowing boat services that had operated on this river crossing since the 1850s.
Culture
The wharf serves as a daily meeting place where locals gather and interact with one another. Over time it has become a social center where waiting for the ferry is simply part of community life.
Practical
The wharf operates daily as part of the CityCat network, connecting Bulimba and Teneriffe. Visitors should explore the waterfront and surrounding areas thoroughly to get the full sense of the location.
Did you know?
The octagonal clock tower serves more than just timekeeping, showcasing Arts and Crafts design elements with fine timber framing. These design details reveal that ferry wharves were built with artistic intention, not merely as functional structures.
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