Drawing on the provocation of the three exhibitions in CMAG’s design series, panellists reflect on the changing perception of plastic – from wonder material to an environmental scourge. Can new formulations contribute to a sustainable future?

Join the conversation with Luke Connal, Associate Professor, Research School of Chemistry ANU; Paul McInnes, Modern Object; Nigel Lendon, artist, art historian and collector; and Cris Brack, Associate Professor, Fenner School of Environment & Society, ANU.

In association with World Environment Day

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A pair of 'Jonquil' chairs, Laverne International, USA, circa 1965; used as part of an interior design scheme by Marion Best Pty Ltd for the Crebbin family in the Guest Cottage at Penhallow, Castlecrag NSW.

Caroline Simpson Library & Research Collection, Sydney Living Museums. Photo (c) Jamie North