What is litter?

Litter is any material that have been

disposed improperly at an inappropriate
location. Litter can exist in the environment
for long periods of time before degrading
and be transported large distances into
the oceans. It can affect quality of life
and create problems to natural and local
environment.
Cumberland Council understands the
importance of protecting the environment
so that it is healthy and safe for both present Primary School
and future communities. Your actions will
help to create a healthier environment for
all.
Litter Poster
Why is litter a problem? Competition
L itter dropped in our streets ends up in
our waterways through the stormwater
system
Litter can cause blockages to the
drainage system and flooding which in
turn costs millions of dollars to repair
Litter makes the place look ugly
Litter in an urban setting can attract
vermin
Litter such as broken glass, syringes and
other hazardous materials can be a threat
to public health and safety
Litter can cause injury to wildlife and
birds that mistake it for food
Plastic items account for 93% of litter Cumberland Council
found in Sydney harbour 16 Memorial Avenue, PO Box 42, Merrylands NSW 2160
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Cumberland Council Sydney
Cumberland Council is organising a Litter
Poster Competition to all primary schools
within the Council area to educate and
create awareness on litter and its impact.
This is a valuable opportunity for primary
school students to show their creativity
through arts and help schools and local
community to reduce litter on streets and
public spaces and keep their streets and
neighbourhood clean.
The top 5 artworks will be selected for
promotional street art near the respective
schools or at the nearest town centres
to educate local community about litter.
A panel from Council will select top 5
submissions. All participants will receive a
certificate of participation.

Competition details
What: Primary School Litter Poster
Competition
When: The competition should be
completed and submitted to
Council by Friday, 25 August 2017
Where: The poster should be completed
at your school
To confirm your participation and for more
details please contact Councils Resource
Recovery Engagement Officer on
9840 9693 or at
alina.tamrakar@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
Terms and conditions
1. All primary school students from year 3 to
6 within Cumberland Council are eligible to
participate
2. The poster can include one or multiple of
following ideas but it is not restricted to these
points:
Effect of litter such as cigarette butts, plastic
bottles, plastic bags and food packaging on
our environment and waterways
Impact of litter on humans, animals and plants
Encourage everyone not to litter and use
bins (waste and recycling) provided.
3. Size of poster: A3 or A4
4. Students may work individually or in teams.
A team can be a maximum number of 4
students.
5. The artwork should be completed within
school hours.
6. School selects best artwork from each year
and submit to Council