Djilang Plaza, Kardinia Park
Chris COUZENS (Geelong) (09:59): Kardinia Park has been transforming over recent years to reflect the Wadawurrung First Peoples’ history. As part of that journey, the Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events recently joined me to officially open the new Djilang Plaza. The highlight of the Djilang Plaza are the Ngarrwa Kalk – knowledge sticks – which feature stunning Wadawurrung artworks designed by Wadawurrung woman Corrina Eccles. The knowledge sticks are illuminated in multicoloured lighting at night and help detail the many layers of Wadawurrung country and all that belongs to its people. It has been fantastic to see so many people standing around admiring the work and taking photos. It really is stunning. It is a real privilege to have Corrina’s artwork in such a prominent place. Completion of Djilang Plaza, delivered as part of the fifth stage of the Kardinia Park redevelopment, is another key milestone for the project. The $142 million project has helped transform Kardinia Park stadium into Australia’s best regional sports and entertainment venue.