Rhythm

This bronze head and shoulder bust was created by artist Ken Martin as a tribute to Charles James (Jimmy) Melrose (1913-1936). Raised on Glenelg’s Esplanade at Glenwood Mansions (now Melrose Apartments), Jimmy captivated the world with his aviation exploits across the globe. He established several Australian flying records and set world records, all within 3 short years. Tragically, on 5 July 1936, aged 22, Jimmy died on a charter flight from Melbourne to Darwin when his Heston Phoenix broke up over South Melton, Victoria in turbulent conditions. His death sent shock waves around the world as people mourned their 'chivalrous young knight of the air'.

This sculpture was made as a symbol of love and is installed in a site that features the Glenelg Town Hall and the stunning foreshore at Glenelg. The Big Red Heart encourages people to spread love daily to make someone’s day a brighter day and regularly appears on people’s social media.

This memorial honours the deeds and sacrifice of war service animals. The large photographic image of Members of the 10^th Battalion exercising their horses at Glenelg Beach in 1915 and is a fitting reminder of the important, selfless and loyal contribution animals made during times of conflict for our nation.