Territory has “some of the best” street art in the nation: Lawler

Territorian street art has been declared “some of the best” in the country following the whopping number of finalists. FULL LIST OF FINALISTS

Northern Territory artists have taken the nation by storm, registering seven finalists - including five from Katherine - at the 2024 Australian Street Art Awards.

The awards aim to recognise the impact of public art, including murals, on local communities.

Chief Minister Eva Lawler hailed the Territory’s street art as some of the nation’s finest.

“The Northern Territory has some of the best street art murals and events across the nation – and now the rest of the Australia knows about it,” she said.

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“Using vibrant colours, local artists have brought a breath of fresh air to Darwin and Katherine, transforming the streets into a spectacular outdoor gallery.

“No one tells the story of the Territory better than our home grown talented artists and I wish them all the best in the national awards.”

The winners will be announced at a Gala Dinner in early March.

Finalists and categories include:

Best Street Art Festival or Event - Darwin Street Art Festival (Darwin)

Best Street Art Festival or Event - K-Town Street Art Event (Katherine)

Best External Mural – Adnate Mural (Darwin)

Best Monument or Memorial - Cherry Daniels OAM (Katherine)

Best Street Art Trail - Big Rivers Portrait Series (Katherine)

Best Street Art Trail - Katherine Art Trail (Katherine)

Best Rural Art- Katherine Power Sub Station (Katherine)