Alleged ‘Pam the Bird’, ‘Srock’ Graffiti Vandals Busted

Graffiti commonly known as "Pam the Bird" is seen on the facade of the Novotel, in Melbourne, Jan. 31, 2025. A street artist allegedly responsible for a statewide graffiti series targeting well-known landmarks will face court after being charged with dozens of offences. AAP Image/Diego Fedele

A man accused of being one of Australia’s most prominent graffiti artists has faced court after allegedly causing thousands of dollars worth of damage with his cartoon-like bird murals.

Jack Gibson-Burrell, 21, sat in the Melbourne Magistrates Court dock on Jan. 31 afternoon and smiled at times as the allegations against him were aired.