Big Carnabys sculpture

07/09/2026

Sand levelling done :) No more trip hazard. Thanks John Brassington and team 👍 Anyone want to sponsor some turf??? Pleeeeeaaasssssse..........🙏

07/09/2026

Thinking of camping for the Big Carnaby sculpture event??? If you can't get in the Caravan park, here's a great option.
The generous folk of the Moora Pony Club are allowing camping
at their grounds on Dandaragan street for the event.
1km from sculpture in Apex Park.

When: Gates open 12 noon Sat 10th Oct until 12 noon Mon 12th Oct
Cost: $10 per night. Pay on the day
Facilities: toilets on site
(Please abide by Pony Club rules & directions)
PS We are planning a courtesy bus to Apex Park & back
on the 11th, keep tuned for updates

For other accommodation options
try www.moora.com.au and click
the Stay/Plan icon

Any questions, comment on the post pls and we'll answer :)

04/09/2026

Progress has been fantastic over the past few weeks down at the Big Carnabys sculpture If you've been following us or been past the site, you'll notice that the branch structure framework is complete - welded together and painted to prevent rusting. Huge thanks to Ed Tonkin and team at Straightline Welding for the branch work (and incredible patience with the delays). Additional thanks to John Brassington and team and Greg at Crane-it Moora for your help - invaluable and generous local teamwork 💪

Next stage is for the artisans from Natureworks Australia to come over mid September to sculpt the branch structure with concrete and paint it. And mount the beautiful cockys in their final roosting spot. We can't wait :) We have to mention the generosity of CBH who have helped us out of a financial pickle by allowing the artisan team to stay at the Barracks for free. Luke - you're a legend 👍👍

In the meantime - another slight hiccup is being sorted out by more generous Moora locals coming and helping the project. We had created a bit of a trip hazard with the footings and needed to rectify to prevent any potential falls. Enter Greg Wright who has generously donated 25t of sand and the Komic guys who transported it. This will be levelled around the footings to create a ramp. We do need to turf this sand so anyone would like to donate a bit of Kikuyu turf - PLEASE :)
We do hope everyone is looking forward to the BIG unveiling on the 11th October - the team here at Kerkhoff Carnaby Group, Moore Catchment Council Moora Community Resource Centre & Visitors Centre and Shire of Moora are working on it every day bringing it together.🥳🥳 Stayed tuned for more information.....

25/08/2026

More welding work on the branch structure by Ed Tonkin of Straight line welding of Moora. It coming together folk. Awesome 👌

25/08/2026

Anyone want a lift up from Perth for the Big Carnabys unveiling ?? Enquire below 👍👍

BIG CARNABYS SCULPTURE TOUR!!

Join a memorable day trip to Moora for the official grand unveiling of the magnificent Big Carnaby’s Sculpture.

Board your touring coach and settle in as we travel north through picturesque Wheatbelt scenery, stopping at the Bindoon Bakehaus for a delicious morning tea. On arrival at Apex Park, our friendly tour guide will lead you through the day's celebrations – browse the bustling Lions Market and stallholders, wander the nature displays and Carnaby breeding log exhibit crafted by sculptor Wally Kerkhoff, and take in live music and dancing. Relax with a delicious picnic lunch
provided in the park before the official opening ceremony with special guests. A wonderful day out celebrating this iconic piece of community art in the heart of Moora.

Highlights & Inclusions
• Experienced tour guide accompanying you throughout the day
• Morning tea stop at the Bindoon Bakehaus en route to Moora
• Entry to the Big Carnabys Sculpture Grand Unveiling celebrations at Apex Park
• Picnic lunch provided in the park, with tea, coffee and cold drinks
• Time to enjoy the Lions Market, wildlife displays, nature displays and kids' activities
• Official opening ceremony with special guests, live music and dancing

Contact Villa Carlotta Travel on 08 9754 2026 or email: [email protected] to book now!

24/08/2026

The main trunk going in. You can get an idea of the size and height. So exciting 🙌

24/08/2026

A moment to remember....the branch is going up 🥳🥳🥳 Huge thanks to Ed Tonkin for welding the branch, Crane it Moora for the crane, and John Brassington and team for organising...... its happening 💪👍

17/08/2026

Drum roll please......the Big Carnabys Sculpture unveiling day will be Sunday 11th October :) Please join us for a family fun day of celebration in honour of this magnificent sculpture in Moora. It's in the midst of being built and we've confident that the birds will be home to roost permanently on their branch in Apex Park by the 11th. We have the Lions Market with heaps of stalls lined up along with wildlife displays including Carnaby’s Crusaders WA Birds of Prey Centre Critters Up Close Bluebush Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Inc. Eco Gecko - Environment & Design Eco Action Moore Catchment Council and the star himself Wally Kerkhoff will have a display of Carnaby breeding logs that he's crafted. We'll have food stalls and music and dancers, and of course the official opening with special guests. So if you fancy a day with a happy bunch of people who want to share this awesome sculpture with everyone - save the date...11th October....more details to come... Wooooooo !! :) Thanks to everyone who has made this amazing project happen :)

17/08/2026

BIG news coming very soon.............get ready :)