Frontier Warriors
Co-created by Jasmine Seymour (Dharug) and Balarinji Studio
Co-created by Jasmine Seymour (Dharug) and Balarinji Studio
Located on the median near the Bernera Road exit, the Frontier Wars artwork honours the spirit of the warrior, a custodian who stood firm on Country, protecting land and kin as was their Law responsibility. It reflects the pre-colonial landscape and ecology of Western Sydney and a conflicted Australian past at the point of colonisation.
The work is a collection of metallic shields and spears, with three warrior figures, standing approximately four metres tall. Each warrior and shield features reflective markings to represent ceremonial body paint, making them visible in headlights at night.
The warrior, spears and shields symbolise battle, resilience and strength as well as enduring belonging and custodianship, honouring the legacy of those who defended their Country with courage and commitment.
