Sturt Reserve gets new art installation
The Rural City of Murray Bridge has unveiled a new public artwork, Until the Cows Come Home, at the corner of East Terrace and Olympic Drive.
A new public art installation, Until The Cows Come Home, has been unveiled at the corner of East Terrace and Olympic Drive in Murray Bridge.
The project pays tribute to the region’s longstanding farming history.
The launch took place on Monday; attendees included council staff, elected members and community figures including Murray Bridge and District Historical Society president Ken Wells and farmer and community member Robert Thiele.
The artwork was developed by Wills Projects with involvement from local Ngarrindjeri artist Kevin Kropinyeri.
Mr Kropinyeri’s contribution includes designs inspired by river patterns and the poignant statement, “the river is the lifeline of the land and people”.
Mayor Wayne Thorley emphasised the importance of the artwork, and of celebrating the history of agriculture and food production in Murray Bridge.
“It is exciting to be recognising the region’s long tradition, including different types of farmers and the vital role they have played in sustaining our communities, as well as our connection to the natural environment,” he said.
“The completion of this public artwork marks a significant milestone, opening yet another avenue for our community and visitors to immerse themselves in our rich cultural heritage.”
The unveiling follows the artwork’s redesign in 2023 after the original piece was described by one councillor as “daggy looking junk”.
It finished off a busy month for public art in Murray Bridge, too, following the creation of five new murals during the recent Wall to Wall festival.
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