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A ceremonial fire pit and bluestone sculpture that recognises First Nation people is the latest landmark in Springvale’s community precinct.
The fire pit ‘Waa and Buln Buln Corroboree’ was created by artists Fiona Clarke and Ken McKean in collaboration with Bunurong and Wurundjeri land councils.
It comprises two large bluestones with hand-carvings of a lyrebird (Buln Buln) and crow (Waa) to symbolise the Wurundjeri and Bunurong clans.
When night falls, the carvings glow and reflect the evening sky. They are connected by a sheet of steel to show the strength and connection between the cultures.
The bluestones symbolise Aboriginal people’s connection to Earth. They make reference to their oldest living culture in the world.