A new permanent public mural honouring Sunbury’s rich history and diversity is a step closer, with Sunbury local artist Ervin Molnar commissioned to create the artwork.
Sunbury MP Josh Bull and Major Road Projects Victoria (MRPV) announced Mr Molnar’s appointment on September 19, to paint the piece along the new Sunbury Road bridge underpass beside Jacksons Creek.
Mr Molnar, who works from a Diggers Rest studio and was married on the banks of Jacksons Creek, will develop a 40 metre long and five metre high artwork as part of the road upgrade.
Mr Bull said the mural makes the bridge and its underpass a nice place to be, while connecting the community to Sunbury’s heritage.
“It’s enormously important that a local artist will be reflecting the character, journeys, and stories of our region,” he said.
Following community feedback earlier the year, the design will draw on inspiration from Sunbury with strong local fauna and flora elements.
It will include a nod to the town’s place as the birthplace of the Ashes Urn, with the surrounding town, heritage and community elements at the heart of the design.
The artwork will be painted onto the retaining wall using specialised paints over several weeks, and will be treated with an anti-graffiti coating to ensure it is protected against vandalism.
Linking Goonawarra and emerging communities around Lancefield Road, the Jacksons Creek bridge is the gateway to Sunbury’s historical town centre.
Once completed, the upgrade will reduce traffic congestion, improve safety, and provide greater access to the Sunbury town centre.
Details: bigbuild.vic.gov.au/projects/mrpv/sunbury-road-upgrade
