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Goodwood, Springbank and Daws Road Intersection Upgrade

Catherine King MP

Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government

Kyam Maher MLC

Minister for Aboriginal Affairs

Louise Miller-Frost MP

Federal Member for Boothby


Saturday 10 December 2022

New artwork in Panorama pays homage to Aboriginal Veterans

Artwork celebrating our Aboriginal Veterans is now on display at the upgraded four-way Goodwood, Springbank and Daws roads intersection, at Panorama.

The artwork features a ceremonial flame and three figures – a traditional Kaurna warrior, a soldier representing World Wars I and II, and a modern-day soldier, to remember and acknowledge Kaurna people who have served Australia both past and present.

The word ‘Mukapaanthi’, the Kaurna word for ‘remember’, is displayed at the front of the artwork, while Australian and Aboriginal flags have been raised behind the artwork.

The artwork is surrounded by native plantings with landscaping in the shape of the Kaurna shield, representing the continuing connection with the hills, rocks and earth, including species associated with traditional cultural practices.

The artwork was commissioned as part of the $61 million intersection upgrade project, which was jointly funded (50:50) by the Australian and South Australian governments.

The artwork was designed by Tania Taylor from the Kaurna Yerta Aboriginal Corporation and Helen Neyland from Entanglements Metal Art Studio, in collaboration with Katie Miller from Cox Architecture with earthworks undertaken by Intract Australia.

The artwork has been installed on the south-west corner of the intersection, near Springbank Secondary College.

Quotes attributable to Federal Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Catherine King:

“This powerful art feature displays both the past Kaurna warriors who watched over their land for thousands of years and the Kaurna people who have served and continue to serve Australia.

“The Australian Government is proud to be a major contributor to this project, which reflects the rich First Nations history and culture in the region it represents.”

Quotes attributable to South Australian Minister for Aboriginal Affairs Kyam Maher:

“Aboriginal people have served in every conflict that Australia has been involved in and far too often have not been properly acknowledged for their service. This monument is another step along the way of telling the truth about our shared history.”

“We’re excited to unveil this new artwork showcasing Aboriginal soldiers past and present at the four-way intersection of Goodwood, Springbank and Daws roads.”

“We are extremely proud of these soldiers, who served their country with distinction, and who will now be remembered whenever motorists pass through the intersection.”

Quotes attributable to Federal Member for Boothby Louise Miller-Frost:

“Motorists in more than 60 thousand vehicles a day travelling past the monument will be reminded of the Kaurna people’s service to Australia through many generations.”

“We thank Aboriginal Veterans South Australia, Kaurna Yerta Aboriginal Corporation and the City of Mitcham for their collaboration in designing this historic piece of art.”

The treatments for the new intersection included:

  • road widening on Goodwood Road to provide three through lanes southbound and a left turn onto Springbank Road;
  • road widening on Goodwood Road to provide dual right turn lanes onto Daws Road;
  • road realignment on Daws Road to provide two through lanes onto Springbank Road, and a left turn onto Goodwood Road (northbound);
  • road realignment on Daws Road to provide dual right turn lanes onto Goodwood road (southbound);
  • road realignment on Springbank Road to provide two through lanes onto Daws Road, and dual right turn lanes onto Goodwood road (northbound);
  • road realignment on Springbank Road to provide dual controlled left turn lanes onto Goodwood Road (southbound);
  • extension of dual right turn lanes from Goodwood Road onto Springbank Road;
  • road widening on Goodwood Road to allow for an additional through lane northbound, and a left turn onto Daws Road;
  • upgraded pedestrian crossings within the intersection, including new pedestrian crossing and lights;
  • new and upgraded pedestrian ramps and footpaths around the intersection.
  • new and upgraded traffic signals and road lighting;
  • dedicated bicycle lanes on the approaches and through the intersection and
  • new kerb and gutter where road realignment and widening.

For further information

If you have any further enquiries, please email DIT.Engagement@sa.gov.au or telephone 1300 794 880