BAG Projects
A splash of colour for Blackwood
In 2019 BAG decided to add some colour to Blackwood’s main road approaches to the Roundabout, by attaching painted murals to Stobie poles.
The idea was inspired by friends in West Croydon, who had installed murals on all the Stobie poles along Rosetta Street. The BAG Committee approached a couple of art groups who were keen on the concept. Seven years later, more than 250 colourful and varied murals have been attached to poles, and the end is in sight.
250+
colourful murals attached to Stobie poles
130+
local artists have volunteered their time, with the youngest being 6 years old!
Since 2019
brightening Blackwood’s main road approaches
More Stobie pole murals
A selection of the murals done! Swipe or scroll sideways to see more.
The artists
Our special thanks go to all the artists who have contributed.
A special acknowledgement goes to renowned local professional artist Ruth Flaherty, for her untiring enthusiasm and support in not only guiding new artists but contributing so many wonderful murals herself. Our community is forever grateful.
Some of the recent murals were designed by 46 artists aged between 6 and 14 from 4 community art classes run by Nature Creative. The theme was “what connects you to nature in your neighbourhood”.
How it was funded
BAG has spent approximately $12,500 on the murals so far. Funding was provided by grants from the City of Mitcham and the Westfield Local Hero’s Award, with generous financial contributions from the Rotary Club of Coromandel Valley and Blackwood Lions.