Yerrin Biik

Murrup Biik worked with Jimmy Dvate to create a mural honouring Yerrin Biik (Bush Country), including Manna Gum and Mountain Ash forests, and the remnant flora and endangered species of the area. The smoke represents the Wurundjeri Barmberring (cleansing ceremony), and the presence and custodianship of Wurundjeri people on this land over millennia.

A portrait of William Barak (beruk) watches over Bush Country. Aunty Kim Wandin worked closely with Jimmy on the cultural context whilst Chris worked with Jimmy on the environmental concept development. Murrup Biik will collaborate with the Yarra Ranges Council horticultural team to bring a selection of relevant plantings such as Dianella sp. and Scaevola sp. into the space to integrate with the work.

Photography by Jimmy Dvate

Title: Yerrin Biik

Location: Mooroolbark Library

Client: Mooroolbark Street Art Project (Mooroolbark Traders and Community Group)

Team: Concept development, curation, and coordination by Chris Joy and Aunty Kim Wandin. Design and paint: Jimmy Dvate. Ecological consultants: Dr Marianne Worley and Dr Dan Harley.