Was he pointing at something? The Michael Gudinski Statue stands here, forever frozen, with one finger pointed towards the sky. It might seem a little odd, but Michael Gudinski was a man who reached for the stars. He was a giant in the Australian music industry, a force of nature who helped shape the soundscape of a nation. The Michael Gudinski Statue is more than just a bronze figure. It’s a testament to the power of passion, dedication, and an unwavering belief in Australian talent. Gudinski, the man who founded Mushroom Records fifty years ago, dedicated his life to putting Aussie music on the map. This is the home of countless concerts he organized, a place where the energy of thousands of music lovers filled the air. This statue, created by the talented Darien Pullen, captures Gudinski’s spirit perfectly – proud, determined, and eternally connected to the music he loved. Even after his passing in 2021, his legacy lives on, not just through this statue, but through the music he championed and the generations he inspired.
Kororoit Creek
Is this where the river meets the sea? This is Kororoit Creek. It flows right here through Melbourne’s western suburbs