LIGHTS are on after dark at the Waikerie silo art site, after local community groups, businesses and the council worked together to set up self-sustaining solar powered lighting for night visitors.
Funded by the Federal Government’s Drought Communities program and the District Council of Loxton Waikerie (DCLW), solar lights were installed at the Waikerie silo site by Paschke Electrical in consultation with the silo art working group and council.
Waikerie silo art working group member Liz Frankel said allowing visitors and locals to view the artwork at night is another plus for the site.
“It’s hoped this might encourage people to stay here over night,” she said.
“We hiked from the Waikerie river front along the Waikerie Rotary clifftop walk to the silos the other night on dusk, and it was terrific to be able to watch the lights come on, which provides really good photo opportunities against the dark sky.
“It will be something that guests staying in town could do and provide another great experience for them while they are here.”
The silo site is currently in landscaping works with a number of community groups, volunteers and council collaborating on the project.
Mrs Frankel said it is important for individuals and community groups to be able to get out, take part in various activities and contribute to their community.
“It is a win-win (situation) because not only does their work improve this fantastic community asset, but getting out and involved in things like gardening and landscaping is really good for our mental health,” she said.
“The newly improved silo site is something we can all be very proud of.
“We also hope to gradually install other public art at the silo site, along the cliff-top walk, and on walls in the township, creating a fabulous Waikerie art trail.
“We are very grateful to the DCLW for their continued support for this community project, and thanks also need to go to Paschke Electrical for their generous sponsorship, as they provided free labour to install the lighting.”