THE Big Chairlift has been installed in Jindabyne’s Banjo Paterson Park, ready for winter visitors to spread the news across the Instagram world.

Adding to Australia’s Big Things, The Big Chairlift was entered into the Lake Light Sculpture at Easter by Jindabyne artist Darragh Walsh. Designed as a 400 per cent replica of the double chairs found in snow resorts, the response garnered an immediate response from the community, who all loved the chair.

When the Jindabyne Chamber of Commerce organised a fundraising page, the community rallied and contributed to raise the $25,000 to purchase the chair.

Local artist Darragh Walsh has been a contributor at Lake Light Sculpture, having previously won awards for his creations. The Big Chairlift has now elevated him to a new status among the community.

“To be honest, to have something as a permanent fixture in a public place is ultimately what I’ve always dreamed of doing since I started doing sculptures. But to do this one is I think extra special,” said Darragh.

“I just like the shape of the double chair, a lot of the older ones had the timber on them, so it was important it looked like an old one,” he said, referring to the wood panels on the chair.

The chair is visible as you first enter the town and see Lake Jindabyne, the structure now a permanent fixture on the corner of Banjo Paterson Park.

The attraction is sure to gain a huge following among visitors and residents.