The community is invited to experience 'Spark: Illuminating Stories of E-waste' –an innovative exhibition exploring the impacts of incorrectly disposed e-waste (any item with a battery, cord or plug).
Designed for all ages featuring video stories, an art installation and a range of engaging activities, this captivating exhibition is coming to the Cardinia Cultural Centre this August!
Exhibition details
Date: Wednesday 6 August to Wednesday 3 September
Times:
- Monday to Sunday: 9am – 4pm
- Thursday: 9am – 8pm, with bar open and free live music 6-8pm.
Location: Cardinia Cultural Centre (40 Lakeside Blvd, Pakenham)
Admission to the exhibition is free, and no bookings are required.
There are also other activities as part of the exhibition.
Storytime with a truck driver
Children will hear a story read by a waste truck driver and be able to sit behind the wheel of the waste truck. This event is suitable for ages 3-8 and siblings are welcome.
Date: Thursday 14 August
Time: 10 – 11am
This event is free. Registration is required for each adult and child attending the event at www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/sparkstorytime
Panel discussion with the artists
The community can connect with Nick Ralph and Mond Qu, the creatives behind the exhibition.
Date: Thursday 28 August
Time: 7-8pm
This event is free. Registration is required at www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/sparkpanel
Cardinia Shire Mayor, Councillor Jack Kowarzik encourages the community to visit the exhibition.
"Spark' is a creative and powerful display of how we all play a role in managing e-waste. With e-waste being the fastest growing waste stream globally, it is an important topic to explore artistically."
"E-waste has been banned from Victorian household bins and landfill since 2019. When disposed of this way it can cause fires and release hazardous chemicals into the air, soil and water."
"Incorrectly disposed e-waste continues to be an issue in Cardinia Shire with 8 fires in waste and recycling trucks since 2023. This exhibition will include stories from truck drivers, CFA volunteers and community members who have been put at risk from these fires."
"When we keep e-waste out of our bins, not only do we keep our community safe, but 98% of these materials can be reused, making great use of our current resources."
"The exhibition's storytelling and thought-provoking installations aim to 'spark' conversations around how small acts like disposing of e-waste correctly can make a huge difference in protecting our community and environment."
