A Forest for Australia and Altona Treatment Plant
Description
When you think wastewater treatment, you probably don’t think of world-renowned art. In 1998, New York-based environmental artist Agnes Denes created A Forest for Australia at Greater Western Water’s Altona Treatment Plant. The land art, spanning eight acres, uses 3,700 trees to create five circular spirals.
What's On
Join us for a guided walking tour of the Altona Treatment Plant, followed by world-renowned land artist Agnes Denes’ work, A Forest for Australia.
This is a rare opportunity to explore the artwork and learn about its inspiration, early climate challenges and rejuvenation.
Discover the fascinating water treatment process, where engineers collaborate with friendly bacteria to sustainably process millions of litres of wastewater daily. This provides recycled water for industry and irrigation for green spaces.
Children's Activities
While the presentation is focused on adults, children over the age of twelve are welcome to join under supervision.
Images: (1-2) Drone shots of ‘A Forest for Australia’ and part of Greater Western Water's Altona Treatment Plant. Photo: courtesy of artist David Murphy and drone operator Leo Dale. (3-4) Community members inside ‘A Forest for Australia’ listening to tour guide and overlooking water tanks.
Important Details
Time & Date
Saturday 27 + Sunday 28 July
Tours run 8am, 10.30am, 1pm + 3.30pm
Running for 90 mins in groups of 20
Security guard and volunteers at gate will help direct visitors to the car park and meeting spot.
As a working treatment plant, safety precautions must be adhered to by visitors including supervision of children and appropriate attire.
Please review Greater Western Water's Conditions of Entry for this site before booking. You will be required to sign a hard copy of this form prior to entry.
Short safety inductions will be completed at the beginning of each tour.
ACCESSIBILITY
Partially wheelchair accessible, Accessible bathroom, Accessible parking nearby
AGE REQUIREMENTS
Location
293 Queen St, Altona Meadows VIC 3018
