NEW protective concrete bollards have been turned into works of art, as part of a State Government\u2019s program focusing on public safety.<\/p>\n
Students from Bendigo South East College Academy of Creative Arts program, Camp Hill Primary School, and Eaglehawk Secondary College took part in the art project at Thistle Street Recreation Reserve last Friday.<\/p>\n
Member for Bendigo East Jacinta Allan said the project strikes a perfect balance between safety and public art.<\/p>\n
\u201cTurning a practical safety measure into works of art by local children is a great way to reinforce the community spirit that\u2019s behind so many great events in Bendigo,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n
The relocatable concrete blocks will act as vehicle barriers during public events, while also serving as pieces of vibrant street art with the colourful designs complementing the city\u2019s many public art exhibitions.<\/p>\n
\u201cThese bollards will become part of the Bendigo streetscape while helping maintain confidence in the safety of many public events in the years to come,\u201d Ms Allen said.<\/p>\n
City of Greater Bendigo manager of tourism and major events Terry Karamaloudis said using the bollards was a requirement set by State and Federal governments.<\/p>\n
\u201cOutdoor major events have to run in accordance with Victorian and Australian Government event guidelines, which require hostile vehicle barriers to be placed in busy public areas,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
\u201cThey will support major events such as the Bendigo Easter Festival, and event organisers can enquire with the City about the use of the bollards and if their event requires them.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
NEW protective concrete bollards have been turned into works of art, as part of a State Government\u2019s program focusing on public safety. Students from Bendigo South East College Academy of Creative Arts program, Camp Hill Primary School, and Eaglehawk Secondary College took part in the art project at Thistle Street Recreation Reserve last Friday. Member […]<\/p>\n