National Trust of South Australia
Port Pirie Railway Station, South Australia
Launches in late 2024
Part of the expansive Silver to Sea Way Project is the meticulous restoration and regeneration of an historical gem to its former glory: the Port Pirie Railway Station Precinct, which contribute significantly to the visual identity of Ellen Street.
In addition to the refresh being undertaken by the National Trust, you will very soon be able to explore an engaging placemaking immersion that reveals important local history and stories in innovative ways, with digital elements that take visitors on a fascinating exploration and celebration of the region’s unique identity and heritage. The experience is a part of a revitalisation plan for Port Pirie Railway Station and Port Pirie Customs House.
This collaboration between the National Trust and illuminart incorporates a unique signature look and feel and uses new digital media technology to help visitors explore the histories of the place and the stories that help form part of the greater meandering Silver to Sea Way legacy. There has been a high level of engagement from the local community in a series of re-enactments that are woven through the project and you can read more about them in our blogs.
For more information about the revitalisation project head to the National Trust.
The National Trust and illuminart are also working on another historic project at Gladstone Gaol featuring permanent projection and special lighting in the watchtower.
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Our Partners
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Project Team
- Zero Luke Shaw Art Director / Animator
- Craig Laurendet Technical Director
- Mark Leacy Project Manager
- Cindi Drennan Artistic Director
- Marty Wells Technical Support
- Georgia Northcott Creative Assistant, Location Suppoort
- Christeen Schoef Historian and Resarcher
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credits
Story Lab Participants:
Zero Shaw and Cindi – Filming / Photographing
Vicki South – National Trust Volunteer, History Checker
Christeen Schoepf – HistorianMeet the People:
Evelyn Dumoi
Ebony North
Kaz Fischer
Kyah Dienhoff
Benjamin Rohde
Taleah Wilkins
Jack Keian
Brodie McKerlieReenactment Filming Participants:
Factory / Smelter workers:
Jack KaeinChildren/Young Adults:
Neesa Marwick
Charlotte Miller
Ruby Johns
Harry JohnsYoung Lady:
Drazic RobertsYoung Gent:
Kingston KiriacouWaiting Room Ladies:
Rosemary Pedder
Pam Kanaris
Christeen Schoep
Vicki South
Hannah ObornRailway Worker:
PaulAssisting with costume and hair:
Sandy Whitelaw
Warren
VanessaGeneral Support:
Amanda Johns
Paul Siddell
Trevor Greig
Peter Axon
Iris KiriacoGrateful thanks to all the amazing participants for going to such great lengths to dress in the style of the day and for assistance with all the fine details!
Thank you also for the wonderful assistance of friends, families, guardians and volunteers who helped make this project possible. -
Project Data
Project ID # 1221
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