Turning Waste Into ArtWith over $3000 worth of cash and paint prizes to win, Central Queenslanders of all ages are urged to turn their trash into treasure for the Castaway Art competition as they ‘find it, save it, create it.’ |
Competition TimeLooking for something to do during your art classes? Would your students like to win some great prizes? Trying to find an interesting way to spice up your environmental awareness lessons? If you answered YES to all these, then the Castaway Art competition is perfect for you! |
Want More From Your Visit to the CQMRFA visit to the CQ Materials Recovery Facility (CQMRF) always gives students a fun and engaging way to learn about recycling and how to be EarthSmart. Through the formation of a key strategic partnership with the Fitzroy Basin Association (FBA), CQLGA is now bringing even more value to Central Queensland schools. |
CQLGA, is working with primary schools throughout CQ, helping to educate students and staff about recycling and reducing waste with the EarthSmart Schools program.
The program, supported by BMA, encourages schools to actively participate with CQLGA in reaching a reduction of 50% waste to landfill over a time frame of three years.
By registering for the EarthSmart Schools program, schools will receive a number of valuable benefits, including:
The Public Place Recycling Program is aimed at introducing recycling to nominated public events across the CQ region whilst promoting the education and awareness of public place recycling benefits.
The program is managed by the CQLGA and is jointly funded by the Department of Environment and Resource Management (DERM) and the Australian Packaging Covenant (APC).
For more information on the program, please visit the Public Place Recycling Program’s Facebook page.
