Tree (1997) - Jackie Staude

Address: Werribee West Community Centre,
37 Ballan Road,
Werribee
VIC 3030

Acquired by: One Per Cent for Art, capital works

About the Artwork:

"Everyone is familiar with the tree. It is one of the most recognised shapes in the world. Children draw trees soon after they represent the human figure. The tree is a form of wonder, fascination, amusement and pleasure as well as function. The tree reminds us all of the scale of nature, of time before and beyond our own lives. A symbol of hope, growth, unity and shelter, it suggests the binds and roots of the family whilst inspiring the ambition to stand alone." – Jackie Staude

Acknowledgement of Traditional Custodians

Wyndham City Council recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first Peoples of Australia. We acknowledge the Bunurong and Wadawurrung Peoples as Traditional Owners of the lands on which Wyndham City operates. The Wadawurrung and Bunurong Peoples have and always will belong to the Werribee Yalook (river), creeks, stars, hills and red clay of this Country. We pay respect to their Ancestors and Elders who always have, and always will, care for Country and community today and for future generations.