An impressive Australian Wood Duck - 'Warraaday' in Gumbaynggirr - will take up residence on Hungry Head Road, a short stroll south along the cycle track from the sports fields.

The Wood Duck was chosen as it is the totem of the late Uncle Thomas Kelly.

The repurposed bridge timber reeds supporting the duck represent Uncle Tom's connection to country and symbolise the bridges he forged in the community.

Artists Nick Warfield and Adrienne Hmelnitsky collaborated with Brentyn Lugnan, who shares the totem.

"The result is a stunning piece of significance to all," Urunga Landcare member Amanda Norman said.

Urunga Landcare secured funds from Bellingen Council for 'Warraaday', which is the culmination of the Hungry Head Community, Environment and Arts Project.

"We wanted to share appreciation as well as concern for the beauty and fragility of the area," Amanda said.

"Creatures get run over in this corridor, including Wood Ducks precariously crossing between wetlands, and wallabies grazing the roadsides. The odd resident still sees tree clearance as a weekend hobby, dogs and cats run amok, and the landscape is under pressure.

"But there is also recognition of how lucky we all are to be part of this place.

"We hosted a spotlight walk and put up interpretive signs highlighting the species alongside the cycle track, then commissioned 'Warraaday' as a gateway to the area.

"It brings together the interest raised by the remediated wetlands on the edge of town, the appeal of the area for birders, and Urunga's focus on art and inclusivity.

"The project is an expression of respect to our cultural heritage, and a call to our duty of care for the flora and fauna we share the landscape with."

Donations, professional services offered at reduced cost, and support from many in the community made the project possible. 

All are invited to be on the site on Friday April 5 at 5pm to join members of the extended Kelly family, Mayor Dominic King, ecologist Ross Macleay and the artists to welcome 'Warraaday'.

Parking near the sports fields will give easy access to the sculpture site.