Bendigo's Walls Come Alive: The Rise of Street Art in the City's Laneways
A self-guided walking tour reveals a vibrant mural scene in Chancery Lane, Bath Lane, and Pennyweight Walk, with new works from renowned artists like PHIBS.
AI-assisted journalism under human editorial accountability and risk-based review. AI may assist with research, summarising and drafting. Where public source links underpin the article, they are shown below. Sensitive material is held for human review; some lower-risk material may be published automatically after sourcing, accuracy and safety checks. The Daily Bendigo covers Bendigo news. It is provided for general information only and is not professional, legal, financial, or medical advice. Read about our editorial care →
Bendigo has steadily transformed its laneways and blank walls into an open-air gallery, cementing its reputation as regional Victoria's premier arts destination. A self-guided street art walking tour now leads visitors through Chancery Lane, Bath Lane, and Pennyweight Walk, where ever-changing murals tell stories of local wildlife, culture, and sustainability.
A Canvas in Mitchell Lane: PHIBS' Wildlife Mural
In 2024, internationally acclaimed Australian artist PHIBS unveiled a mural that spans an entire wall in Mitchell Lane. The work depicts local native species-the grey kangaroo and the flying fox-bringing a slice of the bush right into the city's heart. PHIBS, known for his bold, expressive style, has added a significant piece to Bendigo's growing collection.
Chancery Lane and Pennyweight Walk: Curated Creativity
Chancery Lane, at its Hargreaves Street end, features 'El Callejón Azul', a vibrant mural by Louise Davis, Tomi McManus, and Wes Franklin. The lane's wall art is constantly refreshed, making each visit a new discovery. Pennyweight Walk, stretching between Hargreaves Street and Bath Lane, operates as a curated open-air gallery. Pop art murals commissioned by the City of Greater Bendigo from artist Chris Duffy promote sustainable living, turning a functional walkway into a didactic and colourful public space.
A Strategic Commitment to Public Art
The City of Greater Bendigo's Public Art Plan 2023-2028 outlines the city's commitment to converting bland walls into public canvases, noting that the City Centre hosts the highest number of murals, most in good condition. This strategic approach has been central to Bendigo's evolution as a cultural destination, attracting visitors and supporting local artists. The walking tour is a direct outcome of this sustained investment.
For those keen to explore, the self-guided walk is easy to follow, with murals concentrated in the city's laneways. The tour is free, publicly accessible, and a perfect introduction to Bendigo's dynamic street art scene-a living gallery that continues to evolve with each new commission.
Sources:
Source material used in preparing this article is listed below so readers can check the original record.
Covering culture in Bendigo. This article was generated by AI from the linked sources, under human editorial accountability and risk-based review and our reasonable editorial care. Sensitive material is held for human review before publication. See our reasonable editorial care.
Beta: AI-assisted and human-overseen. Details may be imperfect, so please verify anything important.
Spread the word
Share
Daily brief
Enjoyed this? Wake up to Bendigo news every morning.
The Bendigo local brief — free, every morning
Free daily Bendigo email brief. By subscribing you consent to receive it; unsubscribe anytime. Briefs are produced with AI assistance and edited by a human editor.
