Unitywater Executive Manager Strategic Engagement, Joshua Zugajev, said the utility’s Community Art Program empowers local artists to transform Unitywater’s assets from brick to chic.
“Turning our assets into art is a creative way to connect the work we do at Unitywater with the community,” Mr Zugajev said.
“This transformation was a great opportunity for the community to get involved and enhance their beautiful environment by voting on which design they’d like to see brought to life.”
Caboolture locals were given the opportunity to choose which creatures were featured on the pump station and decided on the Wallum Sedge Frog, Wallum Rocket Frog, Spotted-tailed Quoll and Swift Parrot.
Artist David Houghton, who painted the mural, said his previous projects shared a similar goal, bringing awareness to species that could become endangered.
“Rather than painting typical animals that are always getting painted, I wanted to draw attention to more endangered species,” Mr Houghton said.
“Thanks to Unitywater for having me paint one of their assets, and I hope everyone enjoys it.”
Learn more about Unitywater’s Community Art Program at www.unitywater.com/artwork
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