Lina by Tony Jones

A symbol for the City of Stirling, the stunning statue of Lina stands 10 metres tall at the entrance of the City of Stirling Civic Complex. Lina has simple references to gardening, industry, time and community and has come to be recognized as a symbol for the City, ushering and directing the community in their engagement with the Council. The name Lina is derived from the artists’ memories of an Italian woman who lived locally and worked for his father during the 1950’s and 1960’s. The memories of Lina are of a generous, cheerful and helpful woman who gave an insight into another culture and life. In 2024, Lina had a makeover and a fresh coat of green paint to reflect her connection to gardening and agriculture.