Latest news with #AlisonPage
Time Out
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
A striking new 5.5-metre sculpture celebrating First Nations women is coming to Sydney's harbourside
The Sydney landscape is dotted with some pretty iconic public art, like that crushed car in the middle of a roundabout in Walsh Bay, or that six-metre-tall marble fishing hook overlooking the sculptural sails of the Sydney Opera House. But when it comes to our city's statues and the historical figures they commemorate, the spread is somewhat embarrassingly skewed to colonial and patriarchal figures. However, an ambitious new permanent public artwork coming to Circular Quay is set to shake up the status quo. Titled 'Badjgama Ngunda Whuliwulawala (Black Women Rising)', the 5.5-metre-high cast bronze sculpture is the creation of Dharawal and Yuin artist Alison Page, developed in consultation with the Sydney Coastal Aboriginal Women's Group and the Gujaga Foundation. The sculpture depicts an Aboriginal woman rising powerfully from a body of water. Part woman and part whale, the figure represents the deep connection Aboriginal people have to Country and serves as an invitation for all women and all people to connect with her strength and resilience. Speaking on the artwork, the artist said: ''Badjgama Ngunda Whuliwulawala (Black Women Rising)' emerges from the water below the city, a place of spiritual potency for Dharawal women. She is the mixing of the salt water and the fresh water, her energy and essence lives within the Aboriginal women of Sydney today. She is every black woman, every mother, daughter, sister, aunty. She is Country.' Commissioned by Lendlease, the work will be produced by UAP foundry in Brisbane and is set to be unveiled outside of the Waldorf Astoria Sydney hotel development at Circular Quay in early 2027. The news of Circular Quay's new sculpture comes after the recent announcement of another major public art project paying tribute to Indigenous history, with the redeveloped Sydney Fish Market also unveiling a sculpture series that will honour Blackwattle Bay's First Nations and maritime histories.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Why is demand for property in Norfolk booming?
Alison Page, sales director at Barratt and David Wilson Homes Anglia, looks at what's behind the increase in interest in Norfolk property. The Norfolk property market, particularly in and around Norwich, is experiencing a notable surge in demand as we progress through 2025. This growth is driven by a combination of affordability, lifestyle appeal and a robust local economy. Norwich continues to attract a diverse range of buyers due to its relative affordability compared to other parts of the UK. As of February 2025, the average house price in Norwich was £232,000, according to the Office of National Statistics, making a 2.1pc increase from the previous year. For first-time buyers, the average price stood at £210,000, highlighting the city's accessibility for newcomers to the property market. The city's blend of historic charm and modern amenities contributes to its growing appeal. Norwich has been recognised as one of the best places to live in the UK in 2025 by The Times, celebrated for its thriving arts scene, presence of a growing tech and life sciences sector, culinary offerings, and strong educational institutions. Alison Page, sales director at Barratt and David Wilson Homes Anglia (Image: Barratt and David Wilson Homes Anglia) Nationally, brand-new homes remain a key driver of property demand. According to the Home Builders Federation (HBF), 94pc of homeowners in a newly-built property would recommend their builder to a friend, underlining the value placed on modern layouts, energy efficiency and low-maintenance living. We have been awarded the HBF's five-star builder accreditation – meaning more than 90pc of home buyers would recommend us to a friend – for 16 successive years, which is more than any other housebuilder. Sustainability is becoming a significant focus in the Norwich property market and beyond. Buyers are increasingly interested in eco-friendly homes that offer energy efficiency and lower environmental impact. Our homes combine modern design with energy efficiency and are situated in well-connected communities, providing residents with a fine balance of urban and rural living. With the market showing strong signs of growth and stability, securing a property in Norfolk represents not just a lifestyle choice, but a sound investment for the future. For more information about the new homes available at our Norfolk developments, visit and or call Barratt Homes on 03301 735749 or David Wilson Homes on 03308 187788.
