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[title]Melbourne has a long history with public art. It’s rare to find a laneway or street wall that hasn’t been touched by spray paint, so it’s no surprise the practise has expanded out to the suburbs.
Werribee has a stunning collection of public art murals to explore if you’re ever in the mood to jazz up your weekend walking habits. The public art walking tour directs you towards some of Werribee’s finest street art, sculptures and more.
You can see work from outdoor mural specialist Ash Keating on Watton Street, who’s best known for doing colourful large-scale works with paint-filled fire extinguishers. Close by at Troupe Park you can see the stainless steel sculpture by Karen Casey that was acquired by Wyndham recently, and a beautiful black-and-white mural at Kelly Park on Synnot Street by Mina Leunig.
Mandy Nicholson’s black limestone work Kirrip Wurring Biik can be found at the Wyndham Cultural Centre, too. The work acknowledges Victoria’s rich Indigenous culture by depicting the five clans of South Central Victoria: Wathaurung, Dja Dja Wurrung, Boonwurrung, Woiwurrung and Taungurung. Keep an eye out for street art by renowned street artists Makatron and Ghost Patrol as well.
And don't miss Mooroop Yarkeen, an impressive 41-metre-tall work by Gunditjmara, Wemba Wemba and Yorta Yorta artist Tommy Day (aka Jirri Jirri). Located on Synnot Street, the title translates to 'Spirit Dreaming' and the brightly coloured mural references the local wildlife, habitat and cultural heritage.
Take a look at Wyndham City Council's public art trail map here.