Liverpool City Council is calling for Expressions of Interest (EOI) from artists and designers to submit their ideas for a new public art memorial commemorating Australia’s involvement in the First World War, to be installed at the entrance of the Holsworthy Army Barracks.
The creation of the memorial forms part of Council’s 2015 Anzac Centenary Commemoration program, with $125,000 in funding secured through the Anzac Centenary Local Grants program via Federal Member for Hughes, Craig Kelly.
The grant will cover commissioning an artist to design the memorial and for its manufacture and installation.
“The city of Liverpool has a rich and unique link to Australia’s World War I history,’’ says Mayor Ned Mannoun.
“It is the site of the Liverpool Training Camp and the Holsworthy Internment Camp, which both played pivotal roles in Australia’s war efforts at home and abroad.
“This link continues today with the Holsworthy Barracks where we will install this new public art memorial.
“I would like to personally thank the Member for Hughes Craig Kelly for helping us secure this significant grant. “This is a great opportunity for both our local artists and those from around the country to contribute their ideas and submit an EOI for this fantastic project.”
Member for Hughes, Craig Kelly said: “The significant works that are currently taking place at Holsworthy Barracks, including the construction of a new entry on Heathcote Road, have provided an opportunity to build a fitting and lasting tribute to those who served.
“This memorial will commemorate Australia’s involvement in the First World War and will allow people to directly link with the experiences of those who lived and served in the region.”
Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre Director Kiersten Fishburn said: “Artists have an opportunity to leave their mark by creating a memorial that will foster community pride in and start conversations about local histories. The memorial will serve as a point of reflection, connection and mutual appreciation in our culturally diverse community.”
The artist will be selected through a two-stage process; first as an open Expression of Interest, followed by a Stage 2 submission and presentation by four short-listed artists.
The successful artist will be chosen by a selection committee comprising representatives from Liverpool Council, the Holsworthy Barracks, a nominee of Craig Kelly MP and the President of the Liverpool RSL sub-branch.
Where can we see ALL the entries??