In the middle of the Swan River, at the eastern gateway to the City of Perth, sits one of the little known jewels of Western Australia - Heirisson Island.
Locating a Sculpture Park on Heirisson Island will bring enormous benefits to Perth and Western Australia.
When you think about it the benefits are obvious:
Creating a major, tourist attraction in the heart of the city
Creating a 'Landmark entrance' or 'Gateway' to the City of Perth
Focusing national and international arts community attention on Perth
Giving Western Australians exposure to important international arts sculptors
Defines indigenous and other interests in Heirisson Island
Publicity and promotion for Perth, nationally and internationally
Rejuvenating an under utilised part of the city and river
Providing a community focus for the redevelopments taking place at the eastern end of the city
Linking different areas of activity around the river foreshore as it sits half way between South Perth and East Perth and adjacent to the Burswood Entertainment Complex
An appropriate long term sustainable use for Heirisson Island
Protecting the unique ecology of the island's environment