Public art in Banyule

Engaging artists to create public art and murals is about showing who we are as a community, building local pride, and making public spaces feel more welcoming and interesting.

The draft Public Art Policy outlines how Council chooses, funds and looks after public art, which is a key component of Creative Banyule, Banyule's Arts and Culture Strategy.

Our current Public Art Policy ended in 2024, and a revised policy has been drafted to guide public art decision-making. The new policy will:

  • support high‑quality artworks
  • encourage best‑practice in how public art is planned and made
  • give artists more ways to shape Banyule’s liveability through meaningful, well‑designed art
  • help Council decide when and where public art should be included in buildings, parks, streets and other public projects.

What can you influence?

  • The Investment Guidelines
    Guidelines to help make decisions about public art investment including:
    • where artworks are best located
    • the intended impact and benefits for the community
    • alignment with broader planning and place‑making objectives
    • how artworks contribute to the long‑term public art collection.
  • Acquisition Framework
    Guidelines to support decisions about acquiring public art.
  • Our commitment to investing in public art in Banyule.
  • Our role in assessing and selecting artists and artworks.
  • The Policy's scope and design.

Get involved

Other ways o get involved

  • Community information session

    Speak with Council staff and hear about the draft Policy. There will be an opportunity to ask questions.

    Tuesday 24 March 2026 (COMPLETE)
    6.30pm - 7.30pm
    This is an online session

  • Hardcopy survey

    Request a hardcopy survey until 5 April 2026.

    Hannes Berger, Arts and Culture Coordinator
    Phone: 9457 9913 or email: hannes.berger@banyule.vic.gov.au