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Spirit of the ocean – A short film from Hawaii

Mana Kai means "spirit of the ocean" in Hawaiian. This is a short film exploring the relationship of humans and the ocean, and banning plastic bags. It just premiered at The Environmental International Film Festival of Barcelona (FiCMA). www.manakaifilms.com

Two Hands Project Presentation

24 July

With plastic pollution a growing issue for our oceans, last year's tsunami has provided a unique opportunity to study just how much is entering our oceans.

Paul Sharp from the Two Hands Project, and a small team of experts and environmentalists took on the mission and having just returned from their science research expedition, they've got some astounding results to share.

Come hear about their voyage and their findings over drinks and nibbles!

Where: Manly Sealife Sanctuary, West Esplanade, Manly (24 July) & Buckler's Canteen, Bondi(25 July).
When: 6:30PM, Tuesday 24th July & Wedneday 25th July, 2012
Cost: $15 (Manly), $10 (Bondi).
Bookings at info@twohandsproject.org