The Fairfield Pavement Mosaics are coming to the end of their life.
Created by artist Simon Normand, this well-loved artwork has played a special role in the cultural landscape of Fairfield for three decades and Council thanks the artist for his contribution.
Most public art has a lifespan of 20 years. Over time, the mosaics have become worn and damaged, and the ongoing cost of repairing them is no longer sustainable.
Removing them would make the footpath safer, cleaner and easier to use.
This will allow for opportunities to explore working with new artists to create more diverse artworks across Darebin.
It is proposed that the removal of the artwork would be done one mosaic at a time, and footpaths would remain open to reduce disruption.
Speak to us face-to-face
Wednesday 11 February 2026 04:00 pm to 05:00 pm
Station street, Fairfield
Thursday 5 March 2026 09:00 am to 10:00 am
Station street, Fairfield
Have your say
Share your feedback in the survey below.
What can your feedback influence?
Negotiables:
- The timing of the removal, or request for restoration or replacement works.
Non-negotiables:
- The artwork cannot be indefinitely restored due to limited budget and resources.
- The method of deaccessioning or removal will be based on safety and limiting disruption.
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