Sandy Eco Expo
Join us on 11 May 2024 at the Sandy Eco Expo.
The volunteer-run event aims to raise awareness about environmental and sustainability programs that are already in place in our beautiful area, and to kickstart conversations about what more can be done.
And it’s going to be fun!
The expo will include information stands, workshops, a garden produce swap area (bring your lemons, herbs, veggies and fruit), second-hand clothes market, one-day only collection of specific recyclables, and screening of The Clean Bin movie.
SEE is the result of community groups Village Zero Sandringham, Bayside Climate Crisis Action Group (BCCAG), 3191 BeachPatrol, and the Sandy Beach Community Centre joining forces.
Learn more: https://villagezero.com.au/sandy-eco-expo
Information about Rethink Recycling
Rethink Recycling (RRC) stands at the forefront of a greener future, driven by our passion for sustainability and social responsibility. Together, we endeavour to reshape perceptions about recycling. Making a positive impact on the planet, and nurturing the prosperity of every member of our diverse community. We’re a not-for-profit driving the development of waste plastic remanufacturing and inspiring change through community education.
The education program guides students through the basics of plastic types, uses and life cycles are covered, the waste crisis associated with single-use plastics and how we can solve the associated problems this brings. Participants will learn the story of plastic, the journey of a lid, and be introduced to sustainability and circular economy principles.
Education sessions will also cover the various recycling processes, micro-machines involved and will conclude with a hands-on experience. Through this experience, students get to follow a lid from collection, washing, sorting, shredding and remanufacturing into a new finished functional product.
Come and visit near the gardens to see the machines in action.