Mural on Panmure Street, Newstead

Architect's concept for Newstead toilet block upgrade

Mount Alexander Shire Council is commissioning a bold new mural for the refurbished Panmure Street public toilets in Newstead. We're looking for an artist to create a vibrant wrap‑around artwork that deters graffiti and brings local stories to life.

Artists Expressions of Interest now open

Mount Alexander Shire Council invites artists to submit their interest in creating a permanent mural installation on a newly refurbished toilet block in Newstead, Victoria. Applications close 9.00am, Monday 2 March 2026.

Submit your expression of interest

The project

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. 

Community members were invited to have their say about what stories, themes and artists they’d like to see in the project. 

There was strong support for concepts connected to the Loddon River, local plants, culturally significant trees and Newstead’s environmental values.

On Dja Dja Wurrung Country, the river has shaped life for thousands of years – from deep Traditional Owner connections to more recent histories of mining and farming.

The selected artist will respond to the theme ‘Caring for the River’ and work with Newstead Landcare to explore stories of recovery and rehabilitation along the riverbanks.

What the community said about the theme of the mural

Community members were invited to have their say on Shape Mount Alexander, about what stories, themes and artists they’d like to see in the project.  

Find out what residents said


Project timeline

  • EOIs close
     2 March 2026
  • Successful artist announced 
     April 2026 
  • Concept development
     April–May 2026  
  • Mural installation
     June 2026 
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