New look for loos
Thenewloos at Centennial Park in TeAwamutuhave received a splash of colour, following a public art competition run by Waipa¯ District Council.
The DesignerDunnycompetition invited local artists to submit an original concept which would be applied to the toilet block using a graphic wrap.
Council’s community services manager Sally Sheedy, one of the competition judges, said the calibre of entries washigh.
“Wereceived a range of outstanding paintings, photos and illustrations, whichmadeselecting the winning entry adifficult decision. The winning entry is a natural fit for the park and evokes a fun, playful spirit.”
The entrywas created by local artist Teresa Siemonek, who depicted a ko¯tare (kingfisher), tu¯¯ı, ko¯whai tree and raupo¯ plants in her artwork.
The result is a colourful addition to Centennial Park, a local recreational area popular with families, residents and visitors to the town for its range of walking tracks, skatepark and outdoor basketball half-court.
Teresa works as an art tutor for support organisation Enrich Plus in TeAwamutuand has been painting and tutoring for 20 years.
She says her painting was inspired by the natural area surrounding Centennial Park.
“Iwasdelighted to hear that I’d wonthe competition, as it’s so rewarding to have artwork on display for the community to enjoy.”
Council’s community facilities team leader BradWardsaid the artwork would bring colour and vibrancy to Centennial Park.
“It’s great see art by local artists bring public spaces to life. Weknow this artwork will be enjoyed by manypeople for years to come.”
People wishing to see the artwork on display can headdownto the Centennial Park toilets on Rewi St, Te Awamutu.