Outdoor art in the Murrumbidgee Trails region

Outdoor art in the Murrumbidgee Trails region has hit the region by storm in recent times and there are many fine examples that cater to the interests of all visitors to our trails!

What is it for and what does it mean? These are the questions people usually ask. The answer is frequently attached to what people know.

Growing up I was an avid follower of attractions listed in “The Big Things” travellers guide. That’s why the emergence of the Big Tennis Racquet in Barellan was a must see for me when it was completed. It’s easy to spot from anywhere in town and a tribute to tennis great Evonne Goolagong-Cawley who grew up and learned to play tennis here. You can even see the wall she used for practice.

Don’t miss the best views across town in Narrandera by heading to the Narrandera Water Tower to immerse yourself in a visual collection of landmarks, activities, flora and fauna. The stories behind the design include significant icons for the local community.

Going inland off the main highway corridor Lyrics, Landscapes and Lintels in Leeton is a trail of public art celebrating Leeton’s rich heritage and history. The welcoming towns of Yanco, Leeton and Whitton are linked through eight key art pieces. With great interpretive signage, the art trail is a lovely drive and easy to follow. Pieces depict the stories of aboriginal heritage, birth of the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area and the inter-war period. Don’t miss ‘Anamorphic Resonance’, a feature that celebrates the vision and the work of designer Walter Burley Griffin. Download the izi.TRAVEL app and take the free self-guided audio tour.

A short drive on from Leeton you will find the Coleambally Water Tower which sits atop a sand hill in the town centre with a mosaic of the town’s history. The debate over whether the shape is a wine glass or a schooner is ongoing, so feel free to join in. The Wedge-tailed Eagle Mural in Jerilderie features the line of the Billabong Creek along its wings, and can be found on the side of the Jerilderie Bakery.

Rounding out your trip (depending on where you enter our region first), Lockhart Water Tower is set similarly close to the heart of its own main street and shows a cascading waterfall surrounded by the unique native fauna and flora of the area. Don’t miss out on a peek at the Milbrulong Water Tower, either. The region’s newest mural, this one has only just been unveiled and is perfect for those on the lookout for silo art, especially if you like to be the one who’s in the know about the newest murals.

Time your visit right and there'll be new murals to admire on water towers in Whitton and Yerong Creek, at the Jerilderie Swimming Pool and in the heart of Darlington Point. Planning is also underway for a fabulous night-time projection artwork in Leeton.

Watch this space and we look forward to seeing you in our region very soon!