WA’s Shire of Murray recently celebrated the installation of the Bindjareb Maar artwork at the Pinjarra Town Square.
The Bindjareb Maar – Maar meaning five – are five stunning interpretive poles containing imagery collected and created by the local community.
Council says they were created through a collaborative process involving local people and tell stories of the community’s past, present and future.
Shire President, Councillor David Bolt says the installation is the realisation of a vision that emerged when the Shire began its Murray Town Square and Foreshore Redevelopment project.
It was identified at the time that there was a keenness to celebrate and showcase the rich culture of the local Nyungar people, said Cr Bolt.
“Sharing histories and cultures through art engages and inspires. It also strengthens relationships and aids reconciliation so, for many reasons, it is a great pleasure to see the Bindjareb Maar in place,” he said.
Early in the planning process, an art competition was held with the Bindjareb Advisory Group. These works have been combined and are displayed in the metal images above each art installation.
To further enhance the installation’s visual appeal, low-powered LED lights and automatic sensors have been installed inside each pole.
The Town Square redevelopment was supported by Alcoa, Lotterywest and Peel Development Commission.
“Thank you to our Town Square redevelopment funding partners Alcoa, Lotterywest and Peel Development Commission for their support. And thank you and congratulations to everyone involved in the creation of these works,” said Councillor Bolt.
