Skyward Farewell: Ditching Helium for a Greener Goodbye
SKYWARD FAREWELL: DITCHING HELIUM FOR A GREENER GOODBYE
Saying goodbye with helium balloons might be picturesque, but it's causing eco-mayhem. Victoria outlawed balloon releases in 2021, with hefty fines up to $82,610 for companies. Other states also frown upon it, with various penalties.
BALLOON BLUNDERS: THE ENVIRONMENTAL TOLL
Released balloons turn into pollution, harming wildlife. Seabirds mistake them for food, leading to slow, painful deaths. Entanglement is another threat, causing injuries or fatal encounters.
LEGAL LABYRINTH ACROSS STATES
- New South Wales: Releasing 20+ balloons is a no-go, with strict penalties.
- Queensland: Balloon releases are considered littering.
- Western Australia: Not illegal, but deflated balloons breach littering laws.
ECO-FRIENDLY GOODBYES
Let's explore alternatives that respect the environment:
- Blow bubbles or fire up a bubble machine.
- Play a special song.
- Release butterflies.
- Jazz up the venue with paper lanterns or pom poms.
- Get memories in a book.
- Plant a tree in their memory.
- Light candles or lanterns.
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