A plain brick pump station on Francis Road in Bray Park has been given a colourful new look, with Unitywater unveiling a vivid mural that reflects the region’s local wildlife.
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The artwork, painted by local artist Daniel Krause, was created as part of Unitywater’s Community Art Program, which aims to turn essential infrastructure into works of art for the public to enjoy.
Unitywater Executive Manager Strategic Engagement, Joshua Zugajev, said the initiative was about more than just brightening up brick and concrete.
“Our Community Art Program provides local artists with a unique canvas to improve the aesthetic of concrete, brick, and metal water and wastewater assets for the community to enjoy,” Mr Zugajev said.
The mural’s design was shaped by the community, with 153 votes cast to decide which animals would be included. The final artwork features a green tree frog and butterfly on the front wall, and a koala and cockatoo on either side.
Krause said the design carries both visual and symbolic meaning. “The green tree frog is always a favourite, and an abstract blue swirl ties it all together to symbolise the way water connects all life on earth, and the essential role Unitywater plays in delivering it in our region,” he said.
The project took around 25 hours to complete, using a mix of acrylic house paint and aerosol before being sealed with a protective anti-graffiti coat.
The Bray Park mural is the second Unitywater site in Moreton Bay to receive an artistic makeover in recent months, following the transformation of a roadside cabinet on Bribie Island by local artist and wildlife scientist, Jayda Bruce.
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For locals passing through Francis Road, the pump station now stands out as a burst of colour and a reminder of the wildlife that calls Moreton Bay home.
Published 11-September-2025