Kyabram is a the second largest town in the Campaspe region. It is located in central northern Victoria Australia. Kyabram resides on the lands of the Dja Dja Wurrung, Taungurung; and Yorta Yorta people. The name of the town is believed to originate from a First Nations word Kiambram meaning Thick Forest. A community garden located within W.J Wood Reserve on Lake Road contains a collection of lovely murals and sculptures including the wonderful platypus sculpture by Mark Niglia.
Platypus Sculpture by Mark Niglia
Footpath art
Located on the main street of Kyabram in Allan street are four footpath designs depicting a platypus, kangaroo, goanna and a murray cod. These can be found near the corner of Allan and Union street. I'm unaware of the who the artist is.
Steel Bin art
Similar style to the footpath art are Indigenous animal designs on Steel bins within the town. They feature a platypus, goanna, kangaroo and murray cod.
Town Hall Gallery
The local Town Hall is a beautiful building originally known as Kyabram Mechanics’ Institute (1891). Today the building is home to a gallery featuring local artists. It is located at 199 Allan Street. The current exhibition A is for Animals featured a lovely artwork of a platypus by Terry Butler. Check out the art gallery's website here.
P is for Platypus artwork by Terry Butler
Kaye Poulton Better the Devil you know
Z is for Zebra by Judy Simm
Water Tank
A wonderful water tank mural designed by Jimmy DVATE is located on the Corner of Drum & Tulloh Street. It features a tribute to wetlands and endangered animals. Read more about it here.
Fauna Park
Kyabram has it's own fauna park featuring native and exotic animals. It is a great place to visit and explore. Check out their website here.
Meerkat
Southern Cassowary
Dingo
Major Mitchell Cockatoo
Reticulated Python
Reticulated Python
Boyd's Forrest Dragon
Nankeen kestrel
Tawny Frogmouths
Long Tailed Finch
Southern Boobook
Southern Hairy nosed wombat
Final Thoughts
Kyabram was a beautiful place the locals were friendly, it had a great mix of public art and the fauna park was a highlight.
Part of a quilt in the window of Catharina's Vintage Stitches located at 195 Allan Street
I love that platypus sculpture, cool steel wire-like design. The water tank is a fav too (DVATE always delivers :), and some nice shots of footpath art and town hall gallery. And cute animal bonus - love the cassowary they are so cool :-)
I love that platypus sculpture, cool steel wire-like design. The water tank is a fav too (DVATE always delivers :), and some nice shots of footpath art and town hall gallery. And cute animal bonus - love the cassowary they are so cool :-)
ReplyDeleteThank you for your lovely feedback always, yes DVATE murals are always a treat.
Delete