Leon Burchill to host Reconciliation Week film night tonight

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Leon Burchill hosts a free film night tonight in Port Douglas. Pictured: Leon Burchill as “Benny” in the 2014 hit Wyrmwood - Road of the Dead, directed by Kiah Roache-Turner

Celebrated Australian Indigenous Actor, and former Mossman High School Captain, Leon Burchill will co-host a National Reconciliation Week Film night tonight at the Port Douglas Yacht Club, sharing stories of his reconciliation journey.

Indigenous Events Community member and Douglas Shire Council Community Development Officer (First People), Margaret Ross-Kelly, invites the whole community to an entertaining evening with a focus on driving more awareness around the importance of reconciliation.

“The selected feature films are designed to shine light on real issues, and to get people talking,” she said.

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“The evening will commence with a short, yet powerful documentary called Voices From the Cape. It’s about a team of multi-media trainers who work with a small school in the remote Indigenous Community of Aurukun in far north Queensland.

“This community has suffered hardships most of us can’t comprehend and the film is all about bringing attention to social issues that need to be addressed. It highlights the importance of engaging young people from at-risk communities.”

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“Storytelling is at the heart of the reconciliation message. Film offers a powerful and engaging platform to make a real difference in educating and inspiriting action.”

“It will be a wonderful way to spend a Saturday night, and I encourage you to come along, grab some free popcorn and get involved in making a difference."

Port Douglas Yacht Club Manager Sam Leo said he was excited to be part of National Reconciliation Week.

“At the Yacht Club, we’re all about the connection to land and sea. We have a great respect for our First Nations People, and celebrating the importance of their connection to country."

The screenings will commence from 5:30pm. The Yacht Club will operate the restaurant and bar for guests to purchase dinner and drinks. Free popcorn will be provided. :)

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