The Royal Australian Navy's Training Authority - Submarines (TA-SM) has unveiled a new artwork at the Submarine Training and Systems Centre (STSC) at HMAS Stirling in Western Australia.
The artwork was created for NAIDOC Week by Biripi Lieutenant Steven Taylor and his sister Taylah.
It was developed in consultation with local Elders and HMAS Stirling Regional Indigenous Development Coordinator Chief Petty Officer Erol Williams, with contributions from the TA-SM community.
The artwork reflects this year's NAIDOC Week 50th anniversary theme of 'The Next Generation: Strength, Vision and Legacy'.
Lieutenant Taylor said it tells the story and legacy of the TA-SM community.
"The background in the painting showcases the priority we place on the next generation of sailors and officers and the important support being delivered to produce proficient and assured personnel," Lieutenant Taylor said.
"I hope this piece can leave a legacy within the TA-SM community, not only serving as artwork for the building, but as a reminder of the events, actions and people that contribute to the great work being accomplished."
He said the emphasis was placed on meeting places, collaboration, learning, and the journeys taken throughout careers.
The painting features the STSC at the centre of Stirling, with paths converging to represent the silent service.
It includes meeting places built on knowledge, respect and purpose, and sections symbolising the influential personnel who make up the workplace.
Trainees are depicted as energetic and engaged, with staff connected by flowing lines that bridge training.
Command is shown by large inner circles which anchor and guide future leaders.
Contractors are represented by dotted paths which bring external knowledge and skills to the community.
"The emphasis in this painting has been put on the meeting places where collaboration and learning is facilitated as well as the journeys that we each undertake in our careers and as lifelong learners," Lieutenant Taylor said.
Around the perimeter of the painting will be finger or thumbprints from those posted to the school.
The artwork will be framed and displayed in the TA-SM foyer.