Wyndham City’s Litter Sculpture Competition has raised awareness about the impacts of litter pollution on native threatened species. Wyndham primary school students showcased their creativity and environmental commitment through their artistic designs.

Held in recognition of National Threatened Species Day on 7 September, the competition challenged students to create sculptures of native threatened species using only litter and found materials.

Twelve imaginative entries were submitted by local schools, demonstrating both artistic talent and a strong understanding of environmental sustainability. 

The sculptures highlighted the threat litter poses to wildlife and encouraged the community to think differently about waste.

A judging panel of Wyndham City’s Arts Program Officer and the Werribee River Association’s Riverkeeper faced the difficult task of selecting the winners from the high-quality entries.

The 2026 Wyndham City Litter Sculpture Competition winners:

Westbourne Grammar, Grade 6 students: The Barking Owl took out the First Prize, Second Prize: St Peter Apostle Primary School, Grade 5/6 students: I Don't Need Litter to Live, highlighting the Orange-bellied Parrot and third prize Heathdale Christian College, Grade 1 students: Blue Billed Duck.

The competition is a fantastic example of young people using creativity to help tackle environmental issues and raise awareness about the importance of protecting our threatened species.

The sculptures demonstrate not only artistic talent, but also a strong understanding of how litter can affect wildlife and natural environments. 

Congratulations to all the students who took part and to our deserving winners.

For information visit https://www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/services/waste-recycling/other-waste-and-recycling-services-initiatives/wyndham-primary-schools-litter-sculpture-competition