Part of the People’s Republic of Cork (PROC) ‘Welcome to Cork’ series, this street art features ‘Alf Stewart’ from the Australian soap opera, Home & Away, played by actor Ray Meagher. The show has been popular among Irish and Australian teens for decades, and Alf’s no-nonsense attitude resonates with Corkonians. In this artwork, Alf is styled to resemble Ireland’s most famous hurler, Christy Ring (1920-1979), known for his tough, no-nonsense approach to sports. One side of the box reads “Fáilte Go Corcaigh” (Welcome to Cork) and the other side, facing Parnell Place, displays Alf’s iconic catchphrase, “Ya Flamin’ Galah.”
