Please join us Tuesday 28 July. Gather from 6.15 for a 6.30pm start at Cinema Nova in Carlton for an evening of film, conversation, and community in support of the forests we love.

Forest Country explores local forest impacts and growing community concern across the region. It is the powerful result of filmmaker Lewi Haskins’ promise to document and protect his forest community through film.

Shot over the course of a year alongside activists, conservationists, and ecologists, it bears witness to the ongoing pressures on native ecosystems, the loss of biodiversity, and the deep connection communities have to these forests.

NB# This special extended cut of Forest Country features new footage and additional interviews!

Logging the Loopholes

Following the feature screening, we’ll also premiere a new short documentary by Lewi Haskins.

After 2 years documenting forest destruction in its various forms, Lewi is once again called to highlight the destruction of native forests in his beautiful home, the Dandenong Ranges National Park.

Made in collaboration with VNPA, Lewi and conservationist Jordan Crook dive into the harmful fire management practices that are endangering wildlife, critical ecosystems and community safety.

Following the screenings, Lewi Haskins will be joined by speakers from environmental and community groups for a conversation about the future of Victoria’s forests and how communities can take action to protect the places we love.

Ticket types - we have a sliding scale and one ticket type includes The Great Forest Book.

NB# Tickets are general admission and are not allocated to specific seats.

We want everyone to feel welcome.
If cost is a barrier, please don’t hesitate to get in touch — we’ve set aside a number of tickets for community members experiencing financial hardship. This event is for everyone, and we’re committed to making it as accessible and inclusive as possible. Please send us a message.

Event hosts Lewi Haskins & Warburton Environment respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People as the Traditional Owners of the lands on which this event takes place.

Contact the host of Carlton Cinema Nova Screening: Forest Country – The End of Logging in Vic? Unpacking the Truth