The Australian Dunny.
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but then I remembered a poem which seemed to be very appropriate for this image.
An outhouse, also known by many other names, is a small structure, separate from a main building, which covers a toilet. This is typically either a pit latrine or a bucket toilet, but other forms of dry (non-flushing) toilets may be encountered. The term may also be used to denote the toilet itself, not just the structure itself.
Outhouses were in use in cities of developed countries (e.g. Australia) well into the second half of the twentieth century. They are still common in rural areas and also in cities of developing countries. Outhouses that are covering pit latrines in densely populated areas can cause groundwater pollution.
In some localities and varieties of English, particularly outside North America, the term "outhouse" refers not to a toilet, but to outbuildings in a general sense: sheds, barns, workshops, etc.
He never had a day off crook - gone before his time
We found him in the dunny, collapsed there on the seat
A startled look upon his face, his trousers round his feet.
The constable he had his say, ‘foul play’ was not ruled out
There were theories at the inquest of snakebite without trace
Of redbacks quietly creeping and death from outer space.
When dad was called to have his say as to how it came about
“I reckon I can clear it up,” said dad with trembling breath
“You see it’s quite a story-but it could explain his death
And they reckoned that our farm was just the place for oil
So they came and put a bore down and said they’d make some trials
They drilled a hole as deep as hell, they said about three miles
And I couldn’t see a hole like that go to flamin’ waste
So I moved the dunny over it-real smart move I thought
I’d never have to dig again-I’d never be ‘caught short’
But I didn’t dream poor granddad would pass away that night
Now I reckon what has happened-poor granddad didn’t know
The dunny was re-located when that night he had to go
Poor granddad did his dash
Well, he always used to hold his breath
Until he heard the splash.
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Oh now that is funny @trudeehunter, you got my laugh and my
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Reminds me of a short tale I heard about two brothers who died.
One fell down the privy, the other died on the toilet
Now they are "in-turd" (interred ) side by side
Haha......very funny Jerry! Many thanks for your visit and support. I'm glad I managed to bring a smile to your face. Enjoy the rest of your weekend my friend. 😊
Bwahahaha! I love it! We had an outhouse at the cabin up North in the woods when I was a kid! And I remember it being moved when a new hole needed to be dug! That is too funny!
I think people who have had experience with this kind of structure like yourself would appreciate the humor. lol. Thank you for stopping by Melinda.
Lol...too funny!! Outhouses were still around in some areas in MD when I was a kid (may still be in some places). I didn't know that is what they are called in Australia so thanks for clearing that up and for the laugh also! ;)
I'm happy to educate you on this very important subject.Lol. Glad you appreciated it.
Wow! This article is very interesting and the poem about the grandad death is very funny. It’s amazing how a wooden figure made you think about Jim Sharp’s poem! How fast your mind works!!
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Thanks, yes I thought this wooden feature worked in well with Jim Sharp's poem.lol. Thanks for your comments. Really appreciate your input.
hahaha! Thank you Trudee for this delightfullly funny slice of Australian humor, very funny and informational too!
I thought you might appreciate this one John. It's always good to get your feedback.
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