Eco marines

Term 3 was a busy term with our Ecomarine leaders, ambassadors and support crew, continuing to implement paper recycling in every classroom and keeping our grounds litter free (thanks to Bunnings, Newstead for all their kind donations). 

Term 4 sees a new initiative in doing our part to protect our planet, thanks to ‘Containers for Change’ who are supporting this fundraising/ saving our world project. 

‘Did you know Queenslanders go through 2.7 billion drink containers each year? We’ve created a way to recycle those containers that incentivises Queenslanders to recycle. Positively impacting our environment and the communities we live in.’

At New Farm state School we are encouraging our school community to also help recycle bottles. The funds made will go directly back into our school community. Our Ecomarines will be at the front of the school (Annie st), Wednesday morning at 8:30 to assist in placing bottles in the collection bins.

These are the rules for ‘Collection  Wednesday’

• only bring bottles in on Wednesday (which contain recycling symbol on the label which most aluminium, glass, plastic bottles have) 
• Remove all lids from bottles as we are not accepting them at this point 
• No alcohol containers
• Bring bottles in a reusable bag, any incorrect containers will be sent home 

Tracy Baker

Year 5 Teacher, Ecomarines Mentor