THE breezeway linking Barkly Street with the K-Hub car park has taken on a bright new look.<\/p>\n
Ararat Rural City Council has commissioned renowned Melbourne-based artist Mike Makatron to paint a mural as part of the upgrade.<\/p>\n
Mike Makatron is renowned for his big bold images focusing on reconnecting with mother nature.<\/p>\n
Mayor Cr Jo Armstrong said the breezeway site is in the midst of a major transformation to improve the streetscape, accessibility and usability of the public space.<\/p>\n
\u201cWith the assistance of the Victorian Government through the COVID Safe Outdoor Activation Fund program, Council is upgrading the Barkly St Breezeway to create a welcoming thoroughfare for community members and visitors to utilise while spending time in town,\u201d said Cr Armstrong.<\/p>\n
\u201cCouncil crews are nearly finished with laying a bluestone footpath through the walkway.<\/p>\n
\u201cI\u2019m pleased to announce the Breezeway now features a 30-metre outdoor-themed mural, with a Grampians flair,\u201d Cr Armstrong said.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe mural is a nod to the Grampians region, featuring outdoor activities, native flora and fauna, and Australian animals such as the Black Cockatoo.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cWith beautiful artwork on the walls of the breezeway, community members and visitors will soon be able to enjoy the latest mural in Ararat,\u201d Cr Armstrong said.<\/p>\n
Mr Maka said he was excited to collaborate with Ararat Rural City Council and pay homage to the surrounds of the region.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis mural was inspired by the natural surrounds of the area, in particular featuring rock faces from the Grampians, MacKenzie Falls, Fly-Fishing and Mountain Biking,\u201d Mr Maka said.<\/p>\n
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