Frankston’s waterfront has a striking new attraction, with the installation of a sculpture on the iconic Frankston Pier as part of the Frankston Regional Arts Trail.
The new sculpture entitled ‘Flyway’ enhances one of Frankston’s most recognisable landmarks, encouraging residents and visitors to experience the Pier in a new way while engaging with the city’s unique coastal environment, Frankston City Council said in a statement.
Created by Taiwanese-Australian artist, Yu-Fang Chi, Flyway was inspired by the migratory birds that travel the East Asian–Australasian Flyway and the local birdlife along Frankston’s shoreline.
The sculptural forms respond to wind, water, and light, creating a changing experience as people move through and around the artwork.
Mayor, Sue Baker said Flyway highlights the city’s commitment to creating vibrant public places.
“Frankston’s waterfront is one of our city’s greatest assets, and Flyway is a beautiful addition to the iconic Pier that gives people another reason to visit, explore and spend time by the bay at any time of the year,” she said.
“The Frankston Regional Arts Trail is helping transform everyday public spaces into places of discovery. It’s creating memorable experiences for residents and visitors while celebrating the unique character, stories and natural beauty of Frankston.”
Federal Member for Dunkley, Jodie Belyea said it was exciting to see the Arts Trail project continue to evolve.
“The Australian Government is pleased to partner with Frankston City Council to deliver this landmark project through the Investing in Our Communities Program,” she said.
“From landmark public artworks to safer walking and cycling connections, we’re seeing this investment become a reality for local residents and visitors alike.”
This $4 million Frankston Regional Arts Trail is jointly funded by Council and the Australian Government as part of the Investing in Our Communities program.
When complete, the approximately 9km trail will connect the Frankston foreshore with McClelland Sculpture Park and Gallery in Langwarrin through a series of significant public artworks, supported by new shared paths and infrastructure upgrades that improve safety, accessibility and connections between key destinations.
Construction is currently underway on the final shared user path along Skye Road in Langwarrin, between Peninsula Link and McClelland Drive, with works expected to be completed in September.
Flyway is the latest artwork to join the Frankston Regional Arts Trail, with another landmark artwork set to be unveiled on Frankston’s waterfront in the coming months as the trail continues to take shape.
Once complete, the trail will establish Frankston City as one of Australia’s premier open-air art destinations, inviting people to discover world-class public art while exploring the city’s spectacular coastline, parks and connected open spaces.
