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Young Woman Charged for Vandalizing $136K Sculpture

12/10/2025

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Amelia Vanderhorst, 20, of Mount Gambier, South Australia, faces vandalism charges for allegedly placing googly eyes on the $136,000 Cast in Blue sculpture on September 13.
The damage is estimated at $2,500.
Vanderhorst appeared in court on December 9, and her lawyer requested more time for negotiations.
The case will return to court on January 20.
Mayor of Mount Gambier Lynette Martin condemned the act as disrespectful.

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Amelia Vanderhorst, 20, of Mount Gambier, South Australia, faces vandalism charges for allegedly placing googly eyes on the $136,000 Cast in Blue sculpture on September 13.
The damage is estimated at $2,500.
Vanderhorst appeared in court on December 9, and her lawyer requested more time for negotiations.
The case will return to court on January 20.
Mayor of Mount Gambier Lynette Martin condemned the act as disrespectful.