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SUMMARY:Wastebusters Plastic Free July Film Night
DESCRIPTION:Around the world\, people are finding new ways to reduce waste\, rethink consumption and build stronger communities. This special Plastic Free July film night brings some of those stories to Wānaka. \nJoin Wastebusters for an evening of nine short films from Happen Films and The Story of Stuff Project\, exploring everything from living with less waste and sharing resources\, through to who should be responsible for the packaging and products we throw away. \nThese inspiring films showcase real people\, communities and ideas that are helping create a less wasteful future\, while asking important questions about how change happens. \nThroughout the evening we’ll pause for two panel discussions\, giving attendees the opportunity to unpack the ideas raised in the films and discuss what they could mean for Aotearoa. \nGuest speakers \nSue Coutts\nDirector of External Affairs\, Zero Waste Aotearoa. Sue works to increase awareness\, engagement and support for community-led zero waste initiatives and policies across Aotearoa. \nBen Elms (Dr Compost)\nFor more than 20 years\, Ben has been helping local residents reduce waste through practical composting and gardening education. Known locally as Dr Compost\, he is passionate about finding simple solutions that help people make the most of valuable resources. \nRuss Mackintosh\nFood & Beverage Manager\, RealNZ. Russ is passionate about finding practical solutions to waste. During his time at Cardrona Alpine Resort and Treble Cone\, he helped eliminate hundreds of thousands of single-use items by rethinking everyday systems. He also serves as a trustee of Shaping Our Future and enjoys challenging the idea that sustainability doesn’t have to cost more. \nEmma Brockie \nEmma is a Waste Minimisation & Sustainability Advisor at Queenstown Lakes District Council\, supporting the implementation and engagement of community focussed actions in QLDC’s Waste Management and Minimisation Plan.\nEmma partners closely with local not-for-profits\, social enterprises\, businesses and individuals to promote and support waste minimisation practices\, drive behaviour change initiatives and foster meaningful engagement toward a circular economy and zero waste district.\nIn true Cinema Paradiso style\, there’ll be an intermission to grab a drink\, order food and continue the conversation. \nGet your ticket here: https://events.humanitix.com/plastic-free-july-film-festival \nWhen: Wednesday 22 July\nFilm start time: 7pm – If you’d like to order food/drinks\, please arrive at 6.45pm\nWhere: Cinema Paradiso\, Wānaka \nThis Resourceful Communities event is proudly supported by Queenstown Lakes District Council’s Zero Waste District Programme. #ResourcefulCommunities #PlasticFreeJuly
URL:https://www.wastebusters.co.nz/event/plastic-free-july-film-night/
LOCATION:Cinema Paradiso\, 72 Brownston Street\, Wanaka\, 9305\, New Zealand
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