History, future cast in stone

A GRANITE sculpture which represented Gembrook’s history and future was revealed last Thursday 28 May.
Camaraderie, designed by Mount Burnett-based artist Viktor Kalinowski, was unveiled by Cardinia Shire mayor Graeme Moore on the corner of Main Street and Gembrook Road.
It is the latest addition to an expanding art collection in the Cardinia Shire.
The granite sculpture represented individuals standing strongly together to form a community.
The community project involved an extensive look into the history of Gembrook, and Mr Kalinowski said he chose granite to represent Gembrook’s history of working on the land, durability into the future and natural beauty.
Cr Moore said the artwork was a great way to welcome residents and visitors to Gembrook.
“Camaraderie is about people gathering together in friendship and trust – a true reflection of the Gembrook community,” he said.
“Residents attended community sessions to speak about living in Gembrook, and it became clear that this township was built as a result of the strength of its community members and they would also create its future. This is what inspired the artist to create Camaraderie.”
The sculpture was one of four public art projects throughout the Cardinia Shire and funded by council through the capital works program.