South Freo Corner Pocket brought neighbours together by turning everyday wheelie bins along Harbour Road into small public artworks. The activity created a fun and accessible way for locals of all ages and abilities to get creative, brighten the street and add personality to a practical part of everyday life.

Key steps included:

• Identified wheelie bins as a simple everyday object that could be transformed through community art.
• Invited locals along Harbour Road to take part in painting their garbage or recycling bins.
• Put a call-out to gather leftover paint from residents or seek donated supplies from a local hardware store.
• Encouraged budding artists of all ages and abilities to get involved.
• Connected with keen local artists who could offer simple guidance, instructions and encouragement.
• Created a relaxed street-based activity that neighbours could do together.
• Used art as an easy, low-cost way to add colour, creativity and local identity to the street.
• Helped turn a utilitarian object into something playful, personal and community-led.