Seaplane again
First posted June 2011
I have shown this seaplane before HERE. It departs from a small Jety near Gem Pier in Williamstown. Details at their own website HERE
First posted June 2011
I have shown this seaplane before HERE. It departs from a small Jety near Gem Pier in Williamstown. Details at their own website HERE
Solo Yacht moored in Port Phillip Bay off Williamstown
First posted June 2011
More of the view from Williamstown across to Melbourne, again shot in HDR
First posted June 2011
HDR shot of the boats moored just off Williamstown. I have this one printed on canvas on my wall, but get to see the live version most days.
First posted June 2011
The lovely view (again) from Williamstown across to the city of Melbourne at night.
First posted 25th November 2009
Billboard for the new movie “Where the wild things are” which comes out in Australia on 3rd December this year. This is a good spot for the billboard, here in Williamstown, as much of the movie was filmed here. Other locations included Gembrook, Werribee Quarry, Flinders and the Melbourne Central City studios in the docklands precinct. My son was one of the picture doubles for Max in the movie and we got to see some amazing scenes. The character of Max is played by Max Records from America, the movie is directed by the wonderful Spike Jonze. (He also shot the music clip for Bjork’s awesome “Oh so quiet” amongst much other great work.) The movie is based on the famous childrens book by Maurice Sendak. Lucky me, I’m off to the preview for “Where the wild things are” this Sunday!
First posted 15th August 2009
Possibly Melbourne’s oldest timber house. “Pope’s house” (named after a previous owner William Pope) is found at 43 Aitken Street in Williamstown. It is today, very close to being sold. The house which possibly dates back to as early as 1842 is to be dismantled. Apparently a condition of the development is that all parts of the house are stored by the current/new owners. More information about the site can be found at the Heritage Victoria site here. (House now demolished).
First posted 22nd July 2008
Another nice family home on the way out, soon to be replaced by some new oversized development no doubt. You can see a glimpse of the fantastic views you can get from the position on The Strand in Williamstown.
First posted 10th July 2008
A grand old pub being brought back to life (as housing) after looking a bit worse for ware lately. It is located on the corner of Stevedore Street in Williamstown.
First posted 26th June 2008
There are many parts to Williamstown that have a great history to them, in fact Williamstown was nearly the port of Melbourne. Now this place isn’ that old, but it’s certainly been like this for as long as I can remember. You can find it in Ferguson Street, adjacent to some lovely period homes. (Now demolished).
First posted 21st June 2008
Right in the middle of Williamstown is Commonwealth Reserve with it’s lovely rotunda. Part of the park is taken up by Liston Tennis club, shown here at night. It’s one of the best spots for a game of tennis in Melbourne, with spectacular views like this, from the side of the courts. You must of course be a member to play tennis here, information about memberships can be found here.
First posted 24th May 2008
The Williamstown Seagulls Football club have just finished playing The Box Hill Hawks at Burbank Oval. After being very close at half time, Williamstown took it away in the third quarter and finished well in front. They are a game free, on top of the VFL ladder.
First posted 30th April 2008
Misty masts, taken on a recent cold morning in Williamstown.
First posted 4th April 2008
Tired old boat at the Western Harbour Fishing Club, at the end of Bayview Street, Williamstown.
First posted 18th March 2008
Well it’s a lovely warm day down here in Williamstown, and many are making the trek to the beach. At the end of the beach lies the Williamstown Lifesaving Club. This club was featured as a court room on the hit TV series “Sea Change” some years ago now.
First posted 12th March 2008
Boat ramp leading into the waters down in Williamstown, Melbourne.
First posted 7th December 2007
Gem pier in Williamstown runs out into the water from Commonwealth reserve. A great spot to spend an afternoon, with many visitors crowding the restaurants and cafes over the weekends.
First posted 9th November 2007
Jawbone Flora and fauna reserve/wetland area in Williamstown.
First posted 30th October 2007
Moored at the end of Ann street in Williamstown is the sailing ship “Enterprize”. Full information about the ship can be found here. On the 30th August this year the ‘Enterprize’ turned ten. Happy birthday!
First posted 16th October 2007
A popular attraction in Williamstown is the Titanic restaurant which takes you on board the fated Titanic trip. Waiters are in character and the voyage starts as you board and leave New York and continues to the dramatic end. This restaurant has been established for 14 years and was developed before the Hollywood movie. This statue of liberty is part of the scenery which appears from the window of the ship as the voyage commences. More information can be found at the restaurants’ own website here.
First posted 5th October 2007
Holy Trinity Anglican church in Nelson Place, Williamstown. Find out about it’s history here.
First posted 31st August 2007
With some of the best views in Melbourne, this is one of the blocks of commission flats found in Williamstown, Melbourne.
First posted 3rd August 2007
Looking North-East across Commonwealth Reserve in Williamstown towards the city skyline.
First posted 5th September 2009
More of Thursday’s rainbow off Williamstown beach, looking out over the bay.
First posted 4th September 2009
Rainbow during the stormy weather yesterday afternoon. Shot from Williamstown beach looking out over the bay.
