Overview
- Amelia Vanderhorst, 19, is charged with damaging property after allegedly gluing googly eyes to the Cast in Blue sculpture on September 13.
- She did not enter a plea at her initial Mount Gambier Magistrates Court appearance and was advised to obtain legal representation before a December hearing.
- Police allege she acted with reckless indifference and put the restoration cost at less than A$2,500.
- The council has begun repairs after chipped paint was observed, and the sculpture was partially covered on site for restoration work.
- The artwork, which cost the council A$136,000 and divided opinion locally, drew condemnation from the mayor, who called the act disrespectful and said the council would pursue costs from those responsible.