As work continues on the rail trench underneath Glenroy Road to remove the level crossing, two artworks have been selected to be incorporated into the new Glenroy Station precinct later this year.
Four artists were shortlisted to submit proposals for consideration, with artist Tom Borgas ultimately selected to design two pieces of art; one design for the screens on the new Glenroy Road bridge over the rail trench, and one sculpture to be located in the linear park along Hartington Street.
Titled Scape – both designs reflect Glenroy's heritage, particularly the flora and foliage of the Murnong (Yam Daisy) previously found in the area.
The sculpture on the corner of Hartington Street and Glenroy Road will be made from steel tubing and will stand at around 5.5 metres tall. The red and white colours reflect the iconic striped boom gates, while the black and white stripes are reminiscent of the high contrast signage of the old level crossing.
The sculpture, made locally by Sculpture Co in Sunshine, will be installed along with the screening in Glenroy later this year.
The level crossing at Glenroy Road, Glenroy is being removed by lowering the rail line under the road.
As well as removing the level crossing, the project will also deliver a brand-new Glenroy Station and station precinct including improved local connections, dedicated shared use and pedestrian paths and new landscaping.
The level crossing will be removed, and the new station open later this year.
Screening design:
Sculpture design:
