21 Apr 2023
Mural returned to Bellerive Reservoir
The Bellerive Reservoir has a new look with local artists and members of the Clarence City Council Youth Services completing their latest installation titled Grandma’s Wall 2.0.
The concrete reservoir is a focal point of Bellerive located at the intersection of Ormond and Waverley Streets.
Grandma’s Wall 2.0 is designed to give the viewer the sense of looking at their grandma’s lounge room or hallway walls. Artists Trent Fischer, Todd Jacobson, Zac Henderson, Joel Gadja, Reuben Holford, Qom Hart, Harrison Bowe and Tom Deam completed the individual smaller pieces that create the work.
This is the second art installation on the Bellerive Reservoir after the original Grandma’s Wall had to be removed when the tank was resurfaced.
Rachaelle Downey, TasWater Capital Engagement Specialist, has overseen art installations on our assets across Tasmania and said it was fantastic to have the local community involved at the Bellerive Reservoir.
"It’s fantastic to have the artists and members of the Youth Services come together on this project," Rachaelle said.
"The original artwork was removed when the tank was resealed and resurfaced in 2019. We made a promise to the Clarence City Council and the community that the mural would be returned."
"This week has thrown all four seasons at us, but the team has stuck together and even had a visit from community members who dropped off some lovely homemade scones for us."
Clarence City Council Mayor Brendan Blomeley said the Clarence community is delighted to see the Ormond Street reservoir once again showcasing a stunning mural on its walls.
“The original artwork, Grandma's Wall, captured the hearts of many, and its removal during the reservoir's renovation in 2019 left the community feeling disappointed,” Mayor Blomeley said.
“We are delighted that TasWater has fulfilled its commitment to replace the mural, and we are thrilled to witness the artists, both new and old, working on-site today.
“We cannot wait to see what this next collaboration between Clarence City Council Youth Services and the artists brings, and we know Grandma's Wall 2.0, will undoubtedly become a beloved landmark in our community.”