City of Greater Bendigo, Media Release, 22 September 2025
Ancient Roots in the New World is a new exhibition celebrating the beauty, history and symbolism of the olive tree (Olea europaea).
Curated by Ceilidh Meo, the exhibition brings together a diverse group of emerging and established Bendigo region artists and craftspeople including Amanda Peluso, Andre Sardone, Ben Wrigley, Ilka White, Isstra Bevilacqua, Jill Connors, Kim Lowe, Lauren Starr, Linda Hermens, Rhayven Jane, Sharon Greenaway, and Sue Wyer.
The exhibition features works across a range of media: sculptural and industrial installations, performance art, drawing, textiles, ceramics, and items made from olive trees such as beads, teas, oil, soap and pickled fruit.
The free exhibition is open at Dudley House until Monday September 29.
