Central Coast Council is encouraging the community to learn more about the consequences of plastic pollution at the free screening of, ALBATROSS, next Friday 31 August.

Screened in partnership with Seabird Rescue Central Coast, the film delivers on Council’s Community Strategic Plan (CSP) by providing ongoing educational initiatives to help maintain the Coast’s natural assets.

Council Mayor Jane Smith said the film has universal appeal and draws many parallels to the issues impacting our local waterways and coastal areas.

“Plastic pollution is a major environmental issue that needs to be addressed at local, national and international levels,” Mayor Smith said.

“The impacts of littering and single use plastic waste are often unseen as it finds its ways into rivers, streams and eventually our oceans.

”This film shows the catastrophic consequences of this plastic waste, which is literally suffocating our precious ecosystems.

“If we want to preserve the incredible natural beauty of our lagoons, lakes and beaches we have to ensure we take the time and effort to refuse, reuse, reduce and recycle.”

Council Learning and Education Unit Manager, Beth Burgess, said the film displayed a beautiful yet confronting look at the environmental tragedy caused by our complicit reliance on plastic.

“This award winning and powerful film will draw you in and leave you contemplating the impact of our disposable society and what we can all do about it,” Mrs Burgess said.

“The film is based on Midway Island, in the remote North Pacific Ocean, and with a population of only 50 you could be fooled into thinking it has escaped the devastation of plastic pollution, though nothing could be further from the truth.

“ALBATROSS is an incredible film – its exquisite cinematography instantly captures the audience’s attention to promote one of the most important messages of our time.

“It is a must see so reserve your seat today!”

The free screening of ALBATROSS will be held at The Hub, Erina Fair, Friday 31 August at 7.30pm, followed by a short presentation from Seabird Rescue Central Coast. Bookings are essential as seats are limited - reservations can be made via centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/events

ALBATROSS is an adult film with strong emotional content, recommended for viewers 12 years and over.

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Images from the film ALBATROSS are available on request.