Redland City Council has renewed the much-loved mural We visit every year by renowned artist Deb Mostert, ensuring its continued presence in the heart of Wellington Point for years to come.
Redland City Mayor Jos Mitchell said the mural captured the spirit of Wellington Point and the unique environment on Redlands Coast.
“The We visit every year mural beautifully celebrates some of our most dedicated annual visitors – migratory birds that travel thousands of kilometres to call Moreton Bay home for part of the year,” the Mayor said.
“Murals like this not only boost visitation and tourism, adding colour and character to our streetscapes, but also raise environmental awareness.”
Division One Councillor Wendy Boglary said the mural had been embraced by the community since its installation in 2017 and highlighted the area’s vibrancy.
“Queensland artist Deb Mostert has done an outstanding job portraying the essence of Wellington Point with her playful and insightful take on the area’s popularity as a place of leisure and visitation,” Cr Boglary said.
“While the painted surface of the mural had remained in good condition since its installation in 2017, the plywood substrate had deteriorated due to moisture, resulting in irreparable damage and necessitating the need for renewal.
“Using street art is an informative, innovative method to not only enhance place making for economic development, but also to educate locals and visitors of the environmental importance of our Redlands Coast foreshore area for the migratory shorebirds.”
To ensure the mural’s longevity, Council collaborated with the artist through public art consultancy Onespace to develop an innovative solution.
The original mural was reproduced using advanced printing technology on durable aluminium panels, significantly extending its lifespan.
This reimagining has provided the opportunity to incorporate a second complementary artwork by Deb Mostert, originally proposed during community consultation.
Artist Deb Mostert welcomed the opportunity to renew the mural.
“I am grateful to see the renewal of the We visit each year mural in a new format, which continues to resonate deeply with the community,” she said.
“It is heartening to know the conversation about the significance of the migratory shorebirds in this area will continue, sparked by these visual reminders of our amazing shorebirds.”
Redland City Council appreciates the community’s ongoing support for public art projects.
