Kiama Municipal Council is saddened by a spate of vandalism in our town centre which has included damage to artworks for the Kiama Sculpture Walk exhibition.
Over the past week, sculptures were knocked over at Black Beach Reserve, toilet blocks have been vandalised, a bin was set on fire and glass bottles have been smashed at the rotunda at Coronation Park.
Acting Mayor Melissa Matters said she was appalled by the antisocial behaviour.
"Finances are tight at Council and the last thing we want to be doing is having to clean up after mindless vandals," she said.
"The local community takes great pride in our public spaces and ratepayer funds support the upkeep of our facilities, which provide a sense of belonging and wellbeing.
"It's disgusting to see these disgraceful acts occurring and I urge anyone who has any information about this vandalism to contact Council or Crime Stoppers."
Supplied by ARTpark Australia with funding from the NSW Government, the Kiama Sculpture Walk features a series of artistic creations by Australian sculptors for gardens and public spaces, mixing passion for contemporary structures with bronze, stainless and Corten steel.
ARTpark Australia's curator has been encouraged by the enthusiasm of the visitors to the Sculpture Walk, however they are disappointed by the few people that choose to damage the artworks on display.
Kiama Sculpture Walk will be featured at our town centre until July. Kiama Council thanks NSW Government for supporting Kiama Winter Street Festival (including the Kiama Sculpture Walk), through the Transport NSW Open Streets Program 2025 - 2028, enhancing vibrancy and public space activations.
To report witnessed vandalism, please call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
To report damages to Council please advise us here: Report a problem to Kiama Council or by calling 02 4232 0444.
