Environment award for Pretty Beach

Pretty Beach Public School has won an award and prizes for being one of five runners-up in the Gosford Council schools environmental awareness program.

Each school received $500, books and certificates.

All participating schools also received $150, books and certificates.

The program's waste management theme gave primary school children an opportunity to address a diverse range of waste management issues, including school-based composting and worm farming, choosing recyclable or reusable packaging, and conducting waste-free lunch days.

The awards ceremony was held at Laycock St Theatre on November 25.

Press release, November 24 Marion Newell, Gosford Council