The recently refurbished Macleay Island jetty shelter forms an immediate example of the artistic and creative ability of its residents.
The project is a combination of work between the Macleay Island Progress Association under President Charmaine Stubbs, artists Darren Goleby and Suzanne Pike, and the Running Wild group.
Macleay Island Progress Association President Charmaine Stubbs said the jetty shed makeover project was an ‘awesome’ community effort, with great support from Redland City Council.
“ MIPA started with a community wide consultation, followed by an expression of Interest for artists/groups to submit a concept plan. The submissions were so creative, it was hard to choose one design so the groups decided to get together and use the best parts of each submission,” she said.
The jetty now features a large turle mural and gaily painted planter pots on the water side with new seating and a large notice board within. The turtle was painted by Mr Goleby with Ms Price completing the remaining painting.
“The Running Wild youth group cleaned up and sanded the back of the shed then built and installed the new notice boards. Suzanne Pike project managed and did an incredible job of coordinating all of the works around busy commuter times. Local artist Darren Goleby created a green sea turtle artwork for the waterside of the shed and the beautification group painted, planted and supported all of the volunteers by supplying food and drinks.
“There were too many volunteers to count in the end, people were just turning up and offering to pitch in,” she said.
Ms Stubbs said MIPA members were looking forward to the next project.
