Sunday, 31 August 2025 | 04:00 PM
Join us for the Bellingen launch of Turning the Ship!
Turning the Ship tells the story of the passion and drive of Rising Tide and the extraordinary 2024 People’s Blockade of the World’s Largest Coal Port. The highs, the lows and the triumphs!
Whether you’ve been one of thousands at a recent People’s Blockade, you’re considering joining for the first time this year, or you’ve never even heard of it - this film screening is for you! Get along to connect with the local Rising Tide community, celebrate the extraordinary success of 2024 and learn more about Rising Tide’s ambitious plans to make the 2025 People’s Blockade this November, the BIGGEST & BOLDEST yet.
Plus, special footage of John Butler’s music and words of wisdom at last year’s blockade by local filmmaker Mark Merritt.
Why not wear YOUR BEST BLUE OUTFIT? From blue jeans or blue collars to blue mermaids, sequins and blue ball-gowns.
Tickets: $10 non-waged, $20 waged, pay on the door.
This event takes place in Gumbaynggirr Country - land that was never ceded.
Bellingen Memorial Hall
$10 non-waged, $20 waged, pay at the door.