• Posters will be accepted at Incinerator Gallery from 1 October to 31 October 2026 during regular opening hours (Wednesday to Saturday, 11am–4pm).
• Posters may be posted or hand delivered.
  • Address: 180 Holmes Road, Aberfeldie, 3040.
  • Gallery hours: Wednesday to Saturday, 11am to 4pm.
• All posters must have a completed entry form secured to the back.
• Teachers may enter their classes' posters as a batch of entries.
• Families may enter their children's posters individually.

• Posters must be flat 2-dimensional works on paper.
• Posters can be no larger than A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) in size.
• Entry is open to students from Prep to Year 10 only.
• 1 entry per student.
• Students must attend school or live within the City of Moonee Valley.

• Posters must have a completed entry form secured to the back.
• Posters sent digitally to incinerator@mvcc.vic.gov.au must also include an attached completed entry form.

• Posters must be collected from the gallery between 11am—4pm from Wednesday, 20 January to Saturday, 6 February 2027.
• Contact the Gallery to make any alternate arrangements outside of these times. 
• Any works not collected by 6 February will be disposed of at the discretion of the gallery.
• Incinerator Gallery will do their best to ensure as many posters as possible are displayed but cannot guarantee all entries will be displayed.
• Posters may be digitised and displayed on screens across Council venues, published on MVCC websites and social media channels in order to promote the Bright Sparks exhibition and Incinerator Gallery.

Interpretation of the theme

• How well does the poster reflect the theme? Does it effectively capture the participant's individual interpretation, showcasing their unique perspective, and personal connection to the theme?

Creativity and originality

• Are there distinctive elements or innovative ideas that make this poster stand out from others?

Aesthetic appeal

• Are colour, shape, and composition used effectively to create a visually pleasing and harmonious poster that captures the essence of the theme?

Storytelling or personal connection

• Does the poster tell a compelling story or provide insights into the participant's life, dreams, memories or experiences?

Use of materials

• Is the poster well-executed with attention to neatness, precision, and overall presentation that enhances the visual impact and is suitable for display in Incinerator Gallery?

Privacy Statement:

• Moonee Valley City Council (Council) is collecting your personal information through this form in order to obtain your permission to use your photo/video/film or interview for publication on our website, social media channels, print media, advertising, etc. Your information and your child’s information will be stored in Councils document management system. Council will not disclose your personal information without your consent, except where required to do so by law.
• Contact privacy@mvcc.vic.gov.au to request access to your personal information. For further information on how your personal information is handled, refer to Council’s Information Privacy Policy (mvcc.vic.gov.au/utilities/privacy).
• Contact Council’s Communications Department on 03 9243 8888 for more information.

Child safe statement:

• Moonee Valley City Council is committed to being a Child Safe Organisation(opens in new tab) (ccyp.vic.gov.au/child-safety/being-a-child-safe-organisation/) with zero tolerance for child abuse, and will protect the interests and safety of children at all times in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards(opens in new tab) (ccyp.vic.gov.au/child-safety/being-a-child-safe-organisation/the-child-safe-standards/) and related legislation.