Rooftop artwork unveiled at Wimberley Way centre in Inverness

The military community came together to celebrate a new landmark on Wimberley Way's community centre with a special ceremony.

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00:16 So we're here today to unveil the roof at the Bamburi Way Community Centre

00:23 and we've just had a wonderful service.

00:26 So can I ask you how it feels to bring the community together for this new artwork as well?

00:33 It's very fitting because the building that the copy is placed on is the community centre

00:40 so that is the central aspect of the Manicotter estate here in Invermess.

00:45 And it just shows that all these local businesses that contributed, including Connor and Gary,

00:52 that they care about the military community and that they wanted to give a lasting reminder

00:58 to anybody who drives past to show their appreciation for the military and those that went before us.

01:05 What does it mean for the community that lives around here as well?

01:09 It brightens up the estate but more importantly I think when somebody passes it,

01:16 rather than just being limited to remembering one day a year,

01:20 there is a constant reminder there for people just to pause, reflect and remember.

01:24 So it really means a lot to the community.

01:27 And you're getting prepared of course for Remembrance Sunday so this was a bit brought forward, am I right?

01:35 Yes, the reason we brought this forward is because as a unit we will disperse to the four corners of Britain,

01:42 mostly Scotland but the four corners of Britain,

01:45 so the soldiers can go home to their home towns and attend their own parades at their house.

01:54 So how do you feel about having these done finally?

01:59 On behalf of me and Gary, just a massive thank you to the community for supporting us today.

02:03 The turnout has been fantastic and hopefully we've managed to raise a few donations for Help Scotland.

02:07 That was the intention, you know, rather than what you see behind us here,

02:11 the intention is just to raise awareness again and this should serve as a permanent reminder.

02:16 So, fantastic, delighted.

02:19 The support we've had from local businesses has been nothing short of spectacular.

02:24 As it stands, the donated material stands at £35,000 and still counting.

02:30 So yes, the graciousness of these businesses has been awe-inspiring for us.

02:39 Brilliant. And again, seeing so many people and this event organised, how do you feel about it?

02:46 Yes, the turnout's been great and the parade that Major Marshall's put on for us has been very, very good.

02:56 We couldn't have asked for any more.

02:59 And for you, Connor, you were part of the Black Watch, so how did it feel to be in this?

03:04 Well, I was with these guys for 13 years, so to see my mates and my muckers on the parade today just makes me super proud, you know,

03:10 and I'm just so glad that we could get it in our hometown, Inverness.

03:13 So, brilliant, fantastic.

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