Public Statement
Following Dr Leslie Eastman’s The Cave, The Flood exhibition in September 2024 at
Hayden’s Gallery (the Gallery), Mr Adam Yee, raised concerns about the distressing
impact of the exhibition on him and members of the Melbourne Jewish community.
Through a constructive and positive dialogue, Mr Yee and Hayden Stuart, the
Gallery’s owner, have understood each other’s perspective, including the reasons as
to why the exhibition caused Mr Yee to be upset, and that it was never Hayden
Stuart’s intention to do so. Mr Yee also became aware of personal threats against
Hayden Stuart as a result of the exhibition, which he unequivocally condemns.
The Gallery and Mr Yee are pleased this matter has resolved on mutually satisfactory
and amicable terms and that through greater understanding and cultural sensitivity, a
new bridge has been built.
No further public comment will otherwise be made in relation to this matter.