# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Focus for Future – Environmental Short Film Competition
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 01 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm (+12:00)
- **Event Description**: Into film? Passionate about the environment? We challenge you to Focus for Future!

We are looking for creative storytellers, budding filmmakers, and environmental advocates to capture the beauty of our planet or highlight an issue that needs urgent attention. Whether you are a student, a professional, or a hobbyist, this is your platform to make an impact. We have categories to suit all, from preschool to adults.

We welcome submissions in any style - use live-action, animation, graphics, or slides. Your mission is simple: create a compelling short film (under 5 minutes) that inspires environmental action.  

Deadline for entries: 5 PM, Tuesday, 1st September 2026.


Awards & Screening
All entrants are invited to our Awards Ceremony & Film Screening on Thursday, 17th September 2026 at Te Ara Atea. Join us to celebrate the power of local storytelling, view the entries on the big screen, and see who takes home prizes, thanks to Rolleston Square, in our various award categories!


How to Enter
The following links contain all the instructions and forms you need to get started.

Online: Full instructions and online entry form, go to https://forms.gle/G3fw2LAosuRjj6EMA

or

Download the Entry Pack, fill it in and send it to us by email.
https://lincolnenvirotown.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Information-Entry-Pack-Film-Competition-2026-.pdf

Get creative! Please enjoy filming a story, highlighting a local issue, or showcasing a concern, and endeavour to suggest a solution.  Send your film and completed entry forms by the deadline.

Get in Touch
Have questions or need support with your entry?
Contact Dave:
📧 projectmanagerlet@gmail.com
📞 03 423 0445


Ngā mihi maioha to our amazing sponsors:
Rātā Foundation, Selwyn District Council, COGS (Community Organisation Grants Scheme), Lottery Community, Lincoln University, Creative Communities Scheme, Rolleston Square.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rolleston/focus-for-future-environmental-short-film-competition/200030194589408
- **Event Categories**: entertainment, contests, storytelling
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 22

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Rolleston
- **state**: CA
- **country**: New Zealand
- **location**: 56 Tennyson Street, Rolleston 7614
- **lat**: -43.59507
- **long**: 172.38225
- **full address**: 56 Tennyson Street, Rolleston 7614, 56 Tennyson St, Rolleston 7614, New Zealand, Rolleston

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Focus for Future - Environmental Short Film Competition being held?
  - **A:** Focus for Future - Environmental Short Film Competition takes place on Tue, 01 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Tue, 01 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm at 56 Tennyson Street, Rolleston 7614, 56 Tennyson St, Rolleston 7614, New Zealand, Rolleston.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Focus for Future - Environmental Short Film Competition?
  - **A:** Focus for Future - Environmental Short Film Competition is organized by Lincoln Envirotown.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Lincoln Envirotown's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Lincoln Envirotown a rating of 1/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Lincoln Envirotown has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.

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