Central Coast Council’s innovative approach to tackle graffiti will see the local legends of Toukley immortalised as part of a community mural.

Council is working with a group of visual artists to create a mural at the Toukley Neighbourhood Centre Precinct and is calling on the community to nominate local legends.

Council’s Community Development Coordinator, Ms Shari Young, said the mural is more than artwork, it’s about bringing the community together and creating a sense of pride in the area.

“The mural is part of our Graffiti Management Strategy to reduce the amount of blank canvas across the Coast and create murals the local community can identify with,” Ms Young said.

“Toukley has been shaped by the people, landmarks and stories that are legendary in the community and we want this to be reflected in our mural.

“A local legend can be a person, landmark, event or local story that is significant in the Toukley area.

“We have our rich Indigenous history, the Hargraves family and Norah Head Lighthouse, dedicated community members, Canton Beach, Toukley bridge, local sports stars – past and present, great events, our lakes and beaches and the list goes on.

“These are only examples and we know there are many, many legends and landmarks out there as well as stories to tell that truly represent the Toukley area.

“Make sure you come along and see us at one of our pop up stalls or fun day to nominate your local legend.”

A community fun day will be held on Saturday 26 November from 10am-2pm in Heador Street, where residents can go along and nominate their local legend for the mural.

The day also includes a free BBQ, petting zoo, games, activities, art workshops with the mural artists and much more.

Council staff and the artists will also have a stall at the Toukley Markets on Sunday 6 November and Sunday 27 November taking nominations for the community mural as well as running free art workshops.

Council’s Administrator, Mr Ian Reynolds, said this project is a great way to show off the rich history of Toukley.

“We want to uncover the legends of Toukley and display them in a community mural for all to see and be proud of,” Mr Reynolds said.

“If you know a community member who has contributed to the Toukley area, a local landmark or story, make sure you nominate them.”

Nominations close Friday 16 December. For more details on the Toukley Local Legends project, visit wyong.nsw.gov.au/graffiti