And its primary objective, the creation of an art gallery in Moama, is about to be achieved.
After years and multiple grant applications, it’ll be worth the wait.
The 74 Meninya St site has seen many phases, firstly the acquisition of a partly constructed home which was never finished.
Next, the painting of the house by artist Ash Keating, who made it a colourful landmark, before its spectacular demolition.
Modular company PreBuilt, began construction of the gallery at its Kilsyth factory in late 2025.
The landing of the 11 modules, using a 250-tonne crane, over two nights in early April was a spectacular event.
During April, plastering, painting, electrical and mechanical fit out, and decking were completed, and the front canopy was put up.
Further finishing and landscaping works occurred in May and June.
The final chapter, the opening of the doors, will in July this year.
The Moama Local Aboriginal Land Council was very generous in suggesting an appropriate name for the gallery which was adopted by the committee, Moama Art Gallery – Bunyma.
The word bunyma means to make or create, which perfectly matches the aspirations for the gallery.
The building includes indoor and outdoor event spaces, a workshop, gift store, a large community room, two galleries and a café.
The art will feature contemporary art, across rivers, across cultures, across history.
Some exceptional works will be on display, some of which will be for sale.
Moama Art Gallery – Bunyma will celebrate NAIDOC week July 5 to 12 with an exhibition of First Nations art in one gallery and a large work entitled the ‘River of Time’ in the other.
NSW Govt RTAF funding and Australian Government Growing Regions funding has made the gallery possible.
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