WA’s City of Belmont Council has revealed a new Acknowledgement of Country public artwork at the entrance of Belmont Hub.
The artwork, created by award-winning Noongar artist Yondee Shane Hansen and fabricated by Jahne Rees from Scape-ism, is a unique addition to the City’s public art collection, celebrating the deep cultural heritage and connection of Noongar people to this land.
Mayor, Robert Rossi explained the significance of the artwork for the community.
“This artwork highlights the importance of Indigenous identity and presence in the City of Belmont,” he said.
“It’s more than beautifying our spaces; it’s about creating opportunities to learn from each other and build connections.”
Inspired by Hansen’s original Six Seasons artwork, the installation aims to celebrate and deepen awareness of local Whadjuk Noongar culture, heritage and natural environment.
The journey began in November 2023, with Mr Hansen hosting workshops with students from Belmont City College’s Follow the Dream Program and members of the City of Belmont’s Aboriginal Advisory Group.
Participants shared stories and created artworks, highlighting the importance of the fire and smoking ceremony, which further inspired the artwork.
The design has been etched and stained across the pedestrian ramp leading up to Belmont Hub, culminating in a 3D sculptural work within the concrete planter. The sculptural piece includes six laser-cut aluminum panels, each representing one of the six seasons, arranged around a central piece using colours derived from natural ochres.
Future additions to the project will extend the artwork to the paved area outside Belmont Hub, linking the outdoor elements with the building’s entrance.
This project has been commissioned by the Council and was selected by its Public Art Advisory Panel.
