If you’re interested in seeing street art and silo art, then the Goldfields of Victoria, Australia is the place for you.
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Introduction
These four towns in the Victorian Goldfields area are great places to stop for a break and enjoy the art on the streets.
At just over 500 km and a 6-hour drive, you could easily make this trip as a loop in one day from Melbourne.
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Maryborough Street Art
Two artworks are in the town of Maryborough.
On the corner of High and Nightingale Streets is the Park Hotel. This Hotel is home to this out-of-space artwork on the side of the building.
Fancy a pizza? My Pizza and Pasta is the place to see the next piece of street art.
On the laneway next to My Pizza and Pasta, you can see the full outdoor seating scene and imagine you are in Italy.
Avoca Silo Art
The township of Avoca is not only the heart of the Pyrenees but also home to the only silo art in the area.
Situated at 2 Station Street, Avoca, the artwork was finished in March 2021 and painted by artist Jimmi Buscombe.
This piece of silo art also has a surprise for those arriving at night.
Glow-in-the-dark paint has been used to make this beautiful piece of art an attraction both night and day.
St. Arnaud
Artist Kyle Torney is a local and loves to paint stories of the people of his town.
Street Art
The first painting you will likely see is “Mates” on Kings Avenue.
As this is a gold mining area, it’s only fitting that a panner has a “lucky day.”
St. Arnaud is also a sheep shearing area, as depicted in this painting of “Owen.”
The next piece of art is very fitting for Australia and especially Victoria. Not all heroes wear capes is a tribute to the Rural Fire Services that help keep humans and wildlife safe in bushfire times.
Local art teacher, Andrea Hicks, is next on the trail. It is a beautiful rendition of this local on the corner of the main road and a laneway.
Jeff Fenech and Lionel Rose are two Australian boxing legends depicted on the sides of this corner building.
Long-time local bus driver, Loss Hamilton, is just up the road from the boxing legends.
Another local, Ron Reyne’s mural, is located just across the road from the silos.
St.Arnaud Silo Art
Titled “Hope,” the silo art in St. Arnaud shows the area’s history through its people. It shows a miner looking for gold in his pan, for his wife, being able to buy food and clothing for her family and that a young child will prosper living in the 1800s.
St. Arnaud Primary School
When you see the artwork at the Primary School, remember to stay off the grounds. You can still see the container well from the road.
St. Arnaud is a must-see destination if you like street art. The Royal Hotel at 60 Napier Street has two murals inside the dining room and in the Beer Garden.
Wedderburn
Wedderburn is another town that packs much punch with its street art.
Randalls Foodworks
The first artwork is on the wall at 15 Kerr Street, Randalls Foodworks. It represents both the Wedge-tailed Eagle and the Black-Shouldered Kite.
They are painted close up and in-flight by artists Andrew J. Bourke and Jimmy Dvate.
Up the road, there is more art painted by Andrew J Bourke, Jimmy Dvate, and Brian Itch. They all showcase the birdlife in the area.
Burge’s Newsagency and General Store
Next up the road is Burke’s Newsagency and General Store at 62-64 High Street.
As you drive down the road, you will see a pair of Mistletoe birds on the side of the building.
Wedderburn Uniting Church
Right next door to the Newsagency is the Uniting Church at 60 High Street.
Four birds are represented on the facade of the Wedderburn Uniting Church.
On the left are the Blue-faced Honeyeater and Variegated Fairy Wren, and on the right are the Yellow Tufted Honeyeater and Purple-crowned Lorikeet.
Wedderburn Hotel
The last along the main street is at the Wedderburn Hotel, 72-74 High Street.
On the side of the Wedderburn Hotel, a Kookaburra looks over you. You can take a break, enjoy the artwork, and eat in the outdoor seating area.
Soldiers Memorial and Travellers Rest
This parkland is home to more than just the artwork on the public toilets.
Golden Whistler, Diamond Firetail, Superb Fairy Wren and Scarlet Robin adorn two of the walls of the public toilets.
If you go into this park a little further, you will find sculptures and information on two Victoria Cross recipients from the area: Captain Albert Jacka and Lieutenant Albert Charles Borella.
Wedderburn Redbacks Football Club
Although this isn’t part of the art trail, the Redback Spider painted on the Football Club’s roof is just as impressive.
While you visit these towns, take a break in one of the many coffee shops, hotels or bakeries that line the streets.
I highly recommend the pies and pastries from the Shear Delights Bakery at 105 High Street, Avoca.
I hope you get the chance to visit these and other art silos, street art and water tanks/towers on your road-tripping adventures around Australia. More are added all the time, so be sure to check the Australian Silo Art Trail for updates.
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That is some impressive art! Thank you for bringing it to my attention.
You’re welcome, Annie.
Well once again I’m adding this to my wishlist for when I return to Australia. Such great ideas! Thank you.
You’re welcome, Laureen. I hope that I’ll be able to post more for you to check out in the future.
Wow! Wow! Wow! The photo-realism of the pieces in St Arnaud took my breath away – they are spectacular. But my favourite is the Barking Owl at night. This piece is on my bucket list if I ever make it to Australia. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks, and you’re welcome, Jennifer. I hope that you make it to Australia as there is so much more art to see by very talented artists.
There are some incredible examples of talented artists and being able to showcase them in the most unique ways- silo, shipping container and church. What a wonderful way to draw people to this destination and get people walking and admiring public art. I think I would take advantage of My Pizza and Pasta for the ideal eatery too.
Thanks, Renee. It is an excellent incentive for small towns and areas to attract tourists.
I was just in Australia and failed to notice all this amazing art! Thanks for sharing it with us, so beautiful!
Thanks, Heather. You have to get out in the regional areas to see most of it, but there is some street art in the cities.
Thanks for the maps it really helps understand the distances. I really hope to see some of this when we are in Melbourne area next year. Saving.
Thanks, Laureen. Hopefully, I can get a few more ideas for you this year.
The artwork is so beautiful- the glow in the dark owl is my favorite! Too cool!
I love that one too, Ashton.
Impressive! Love that this part of Australia values art and self expression and creativity so publicly.
It is a fantastic idea, Jenn and great for tourism.
Love your photos, there are so many amazing murals here! Incredible!
Thanks, Hege. There are a lot of great artists doing murals in Australia.
What a great idea to attract tourists and then have those tourists post about your art all over the internet.
It is, Jolayne and it brings in much needed money to regional towns.
If I ever get back to Australia I will without a doubt visit the murals and silo art in Goldfields. I love the one on the church and the ones of animals. It is great that there is an actual route you have showed to guide people where to see the art. I wish I had known about this trail when I was in Melbourne – never mind let’s hope there’s a next time!
It’s always the same, Angie. You find out a place that you should have visited when you were there. It’s also a great excuse to go back.
What is it with birds in Burke? Haha.
I’ve gotta admit that the birds pictures are my favourites though.
The birds are my favourites as well. They’re so colourful.