All Nations Artworks Hunt

Meeting Place, Wendy Watjera Berick, (Constructed by Cathy Adams and Urban Colours) 2003

Wooden poles made from treated pine with painted designs in acrylic paint. The work also includes 12 Redgum "stepping stones” set into the ground in concrete pads.

Windows, Arhonda Orestia, 2003

Galvanised steel structures shaped like doors or windows with etched copper panels with images on them and patinated surface colour. The designs express and reflect Darebin’s cultural diversity and the history of the site, from the land of which the Wurundjeri are the traditional custodians, to brick works (Northcote Brick Company) and then finally as the Northcote Landfill.

Vessel, Arhonda Orestia, 2003

A boat-shaped structure made from galvanised steel with panels of copper riveted onto the surface of the structure. The design reflect Darebin’s cultural diversity and the history of the site.

Petals, Arhonda Orestia, 2003

Two petal-shaped forms made of galvanised steel. The petals represent voyage, destination and arrival to a new place.

Unit, Irianna Kanellopoulou, 2003

This work consists of three figures (each approximately one metre high) made from cement, and painted three different shades of a Red Iron Oxide colour. The works were made with the intention of celebrating community and the importance of diverse cultures to the identity of Darebin. Uniqueness and individuality are reflected while creating an overall sense of unity and belonging.

The Gathering, Irianna Kanellopoulou, 2003

This work consists of three “piles of rock-like forms” set in vertical formations. The work is made from clay and cement. The clay used in these pieces reflects the history of the site by referring to the earth and to the brick manufacturing that took place in the area. The formations of the rocks represent the strength of the community and the building blocks of our multicultural heritage.

Snake, Cathy Adams, 2003

Made of steel and painted fiberglass

Mosaic, Irianna Kanellopoulou, 2003

This work consists of three mosaic forms described as “mounds”. The mounds are cement forms with ceramic tiles in different shades of blue adhered as mosaic to the surface of the mounds. There are screen-printed images on some of the tiles and these forms combine a visual collage reflecting the past via historic photos and the present via children’s drawings. They represent a metaphoric melting pot of memories and dreams.

Veterans Walk & Anzac Memorial , Down Street Studios & Cicada Blue Landscape Design, 2002

Made from stainless steel, bronze, bluestone and timber, the memorial is designed by Down Street Studios and Cicada Blue Landscape Design and aims to produce a memorial to war veterans and local heroes providing an opportunity to inform new generations of Australians of their contributions. The memorial is a quiet contemplative space for reflection by visiting veterans and their families. The highly visual Memorial is designed to complement the unique design of All Nations Park and is utilised for special services and gatherings.

The Dance, Arhonda Orestia, 2003

This is a sculpture made from bands of steel formed into tall “crown-like or inverted “v” shapes”. The work has panels of etched copper with text in different languages riveted onto areas of the steel that overlap. The design expresses and reflects Darebin’s cultural diversity and the history of the site.

Gold Head, ANON, 2018—2020

This artwork originally appeared here in All Nations Park in January 2020, installed by unknown artists. In collaboration with the artists who want to remain anonymous, Darebin City Council is pleased to re-instate the Gold Head as a temporary public artwork. The temporary installation will be removed in July 2021, at which time it will be auctioned with proceeds donated to a local homelessness support service, as requested by the artists. For more information visit www.darebinarts.com.au.