Merbein Mosaic Art Trail
Explore Merbein’s history and community stories through a series of public artworks around town. The self-guided trail includes murals about Merbein’s early produce and irrigation history, First Nations history at Mondellimin, the town’s people and buildings, and its fruit-packing industry. The artworks were created through a collaboration involving Cultivator Inc, Lower Murray Water and the Merbein community, with the Merbein District Historical Society helping lead the project.
How to Get There:
Merbein is about 550 km north-west of Melbourne. The trail starts at Chaffey Park on Ranfurly Way, Merbein. The artworks are spread across several locations around town, so allow time to travel between stops.
Merbein Mosaic Art Trail Map
Art Trail Locations
1. Early Merbein Produce Mural
Chaffey Park, 3 Mcedward Street, Birdwoodton
The mural celebrates local produce, including grapes and citrus.
2. Early Irrigation Settlement Mural
Chaffey Park, 3 Mcedward Street, Birdwoodton
The mural depicts Merbein’s early irrigation pumps and steam train.
3. Indigenous Life at Mondellimin Mural
36 Channel Road, Birdwoodton
The mural depicts life at Mondellimin, now known as Chaffey Landing, in 1857.
4. Merbein District Historical Society Mural
36 Channel Road, Birdwoodton
The artwork features the Historical Society’s fruit and vegetable logo.
5. River Reflections of the Merbein White Cliffs Mural
36 Channel Road, Birdwoodton
The mural depicts the white cliffs along the Murray River.
6. Significant Merbein Buildings Mural
6 Reilly Street, Merbein
Look for depictions of local landmarks, including the school, band rotundas, fire station and former CWA Hall.
7. Two Early Merbein Pioneers Mural
6 Reilly Street, Merbein
This mural recognises Elizabeth Fisher and Edward “Pat” Kenny.
8. Merbein P-10 College Mosaic
6 Reilly Street, Merbein
Created by students, the artwork reflects the town and its community.
9. The Great Australian Vanilla Slice Triumph Mural
111 Channel Road, Merbein
The mural celebrates Merbein’s famous vanilla slice event.
10. Merbein Centenary Celebrations of 2009 Mural
111 Channel Road, Merbein
See references to local agriculture, sport and the Murray River.
11. Early Life on a Merbein Irrigation Block Mural
111 Channel Road, Merbein
The mural depicts life on an early irrigation block.
12. Merbein Fruit Packing Sheds Mural
155 Channel Road, Merbein
The artwork tells the story of the local fruit-packing industry.
13. Wakefield Transport Group Mural
165 Channel Road, Merbein
This mural follows the history of the Merbein transport business.
14. Sunraysia Community Health Services Mural
185 Channel Road, Merbein
The artwork honours community health services and nurse Sister Anne Woods.
15. Mosaic Flowerpots
Commercial Street
Look for flowerpots decorated with native plants and designs representing local groups and businesses.
Location
3 Mcedward Street, Merbein 3505 View Map
Web Links
→ Mosaics of Merbein Art Trail Guide (PDF)
