A new public artwork at Keon Park Station stands 4m tall and creates an interactive space that celebrates the endangered Dianella amoena flower.
Dianella Dwelling by Joanne Mott has been designed to complement the 200 trees and more than 44,500 shrubs and grasses planted throughout the new station precinct. The artwork has now been installed at Keon Park Station.
Created by artist Joanne Mott, the sculpture responds to feedback in which locals said they would like to see more greenery and landscaping around the new station.
Located on the lawn near the High Street station entrance, the sculpture is made from powder-coated aluminium and steel and painted in violet purple and light green to match the colours of the Dianella amoena flower.
The new Keon Park Station opened to passengers in June this year as part of works to remove the dangerous and congested Keon Parade level crossing. A 750m long rail bridge was built over the road, improving journey times and increasing safety.
The new station provides more convenient access and improved connections to residential neighbourhoods, buses and Johnson Street shops, cafés, and eateries.
It allows for seamless connections between trains, buses, walking, cycling and taxis, to get locals where they need to go quickly and safely.
The station has been built with sustainability front of mind, featuring 18 solar panels and recycled materials used throughout the precinct.
In total 110 level crossings are being removed across Melbourne by 2030, with 84 already gone for good.
