Cessnock City and Singleton Councils have teamed up to host special screenings of the inspiring documentary film, Rachel's Farm, featuring renowned actress and film director, Rachel Ward.
Rachel Ward is celebrated for her compelling performances in The Thorn Birds, Against All Odds, Sharkey's Machine, and Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid. Beyond acting, Ward has carved a path as a writer and director, showcasing her creative prowess behind the camera.
Rachel's Farm is a captivating documentary that chronicles Rachel Ward's personal journey from the world of entertainment to the realm of farming and ecological advocacy.
The film delves into Ward's realization of the ecological impacts of conventional farming practices and her subsequent transition to regenerative farming. Teaming up with farmer, Mick Green, Ward explores the principles of regenerative agriculture, challenging the status quo of industrial farming.
The screenings of Rachel's Farm will take place at:
- Performance Arts Culture Cessnock from 6.30 to 9.30pm on Thursday 26 September. Tickets are $5 for residents or $10 for those from out of the area.
- Singleton Youth Centre from 6.30 to 8.30pm on Wednesday 25 September. Tickets are $10.
- Laguna Hall from 3:00 to 5:30pm on Saturday 19 October. Entry to this screening is free.
A Q&A session with Rachel Ward will follow the Cessnock and Singleton screenings to answer questions on regenerative agriculture. Representatives from Hunter Local Land Services, Hunter Region Landcare Network, Feedback Organics, and Slow Food Hunter Valley will also be on hand.
The Laguna screening will be followed by a panel discussion on land and river regeneration in the Wollombi Valley, including a screening of 'Stockyard Creek 20 Years On'.
Cessnock City Council General Manager Ken Liddell said he was delighted to partner with Singleton Council to bring Rachel Ward's inspirational documentary to our respective communities.
"This initiative highlights our shared commitment to promoting sustainable practices. I encourage residents from across our region to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to learn more about regenerative farming," said Mr Liddell.
Singleton Mayor Sue Moore also highlighted the significance of the partnership.
"We are thrilled to collaborate on this fantastic initiative that is providing our communities with the opportunity to explore sustainable living practices," said Clr Moore.
"Rachel's documentary promises to inspire and educate, but having Rachel herself attend the screenings to answer questions is an incredible opportunity, one that I'd encourage everyone to take advantage of."
Brynnie Goodwill from Greater Wollombi Valley Community Resilience Network welcomed a special screening taking place in the Wollombi Valley.
"The screening of 'Rachel's Farm' with 'Stockyard Creek Twenty Years On' will provide an opportunity to explore sustainable uses of land in the Wollombi Valley. Many thanks to Cessnock City Council for their support for this initiative," said Ms Goodwill.
For more information and to get tickets for the Cessnock screening, visit our event page here.
For the Singleton screening, visit this link.
For more information and to register for the Laguna screening, visit this link.
