By Tanya Faulkner
Boronia is set for a refresh through a government-led rejuvenation project that is starting to catch people’s eyes.
Locals may have noticed several parts of town becoming brighter and more colourful, with the installation of brand new murals around the community.
These murals can be found behind the Boronia police station, next to Boronia Park on Dorset Road, next to Coachella, and next to Bel-Aire on Lupton Way.
Bayswater MP Jackson Taylor said this is just the start of what is yet to come through the Boronia Revitalisation Project.
“One of the most eye-catching projects that has been delivered has been the mural project, with 5 large scale murals being installed across the CBD at prominent locations.
“These bright, attractive works of art by amazing artists have added character to the Boronia CBD, and they have been the talk of the town,” he said.
These pieces join the likes of the new artwork outside Boronia Library that was completed last year, and the Laneways project bringing new installments to the community.
Boronia locals have given the murals a positive response, saying it’s brightening up the town and making it look more appealing to visitors and locals alike.
Mr Jackson this is the start of a much bigger project in Boronia.
“We’ve received an extra $650,000 to the Boronia Revitalisation Board bringing the total Government investment into Boronia up to over $5 million.
“This funding has delivered over 20 localised projects to help bring our CBD to life – everything from business façade grants, new brighter and greener street lights, upgrades to Lupton Way and Erica Avenue, the successful breakfast program to support those who need it most and a whole heap more,” he said.
Mr Jackson said credit must be given where it’s due, and that is to the artists who have helped create these murals across Boronia, and to the City of Knox Council for their funding and project delivery efforts.
More information on the Boronia Revitalisation project can be found at suburbandevelopment.vic.gov.au/suburban-revitalisation/boronia
