Mural on Panmure Street, Newstead
Council is refurbishing the public toilet block on Panmure Street in Newstead, which is a visitor rest area just off the main street of the town. The block sits in a very well used car park which services the nearby community centre, supermarket and other businesses on the main street.
The project
The refurbishment plans offer a wonderful opportunity for a local artist to paint a wrap-around mural on the toilet block walls, with a view to decreasing graffiti and creating an opportunity for local storytelling.
The mural will create a cultural attraction close to the main trading area of the township and celebrate a local story with visitors and residents.
Have your say on the theme of the mural
Community members are invited to have their say about what stories, themes and artists they’d like to see in the project. Contribute feedback online by adding your story and artist suggestions on the Shape page.
Thank you to community members who provided feedback on themes, stories and artists at the workshop on Sunday 2 November 10.00am - 12.00pm at Mechanics Hall, Newstead.
Information for interested artists
Local artists are strongly encouraged to learn more about this mural opportunity. Email us to join the mailing list for announcements on the artist call-out and information session.
Note: the information session on 25th November has been cancelled.
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Project timeline
- Community engagement
November 2025
- Artist Information Session and Call for Expressions of Interest
December 2025 - February 2026
- Toilet Block Refurbishment
By June 2026
- Mural installed
By June 2026