We are leading a project to support the Hartwell Association of Residents and Traders, Hartwell traders and the local community by funding the installation of a community mural to add colour and life to Hartwell Shopping Precinct.
Later this year, we will be installing a creative mural on Council land, along the length of the vacant property located at 1134 Toorak Road, Camberwell. The mural is expected to be installed mid to late 2023.
We engaged a local artist to lead a series of creative community workshops with 4 local schools to develop the mural design, based on the theme 'Heart of Melbourne'.
Thank you to all the students involved from:
- Camberwell South Primary School
- Glen Iris Primary School
- Hartwell Primary School and
- St Dominic's Primary School.
The workshops are now complete, and the artist and a creative director will work together to bring the sections of the mural together.
The mural aims to add colour and life, increase visitation and encourage the community to shop locally, following the impacts COVID-19 has had on local businesses in the area.
We are looking forward to seeing the mural on display in Hartwell in the coming months for everyone to enjoy visiting.
Timeline
March to April 2023
Creative community workshops were held at all 4 schools.
April to June 2023
The artist and creative director will finalise the community mural, incorporating the creations from the local school workshops.
Mid to late 2023
Temporary fencing and structures will be installed around the mural space to allow for the mural to be completed.
