Kiama Municipal Council says it has been left saddened by a recent spate of vandalism which included damage to artworks for the 2026 Kiama Sculpture Walk exhibition, which opened on Friday.
Over the past week, the Council says vandals have knocked down sculptures at Black Beach Reserve, vandalised toilet blocks, set a bin on fire and smashed glass bottles 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.
