Rachel's Farm Film Fundraiser - Food Is Free Inc & Sunnybank Farm - 30 Nov

🎥✨ Special Screening & Panel Discussion : Rachel's Farm ✨🎥

Join co-hosts Food Is Free Inc. and Sunnybank Farm on the evening of Thurs 30 Nov where you'll enjoy the film screening of Rachel's Farm, directed and starring Rachel Ward.

Immerse yourself in the world of regenerative agriculture and sustainability, as we showcase a thought-provoking film about Rachel's inspiring farm journey.

📅 Date: Thurs 30th Nov 

📍 Venue: Ballarat Trades Hall 

⏰ Time: Doors at 6PM, please arrive by 6:25 PM for a 6.30 PM screening start 

🍷 Drinks are available at the bar for purchase. 

🔶 Food Is Free Inc. Merch & Info Stand will be selling items on the evening for further fundraising options. We will also be running raffles on the evening.

THIS SCREENING IS A FUNDRAISER FOR FOOD IS FREE INC'S UPCOMING URBAN FOOD FARM PROJECT 

ABOUT THE FILM 

Rachel's Farm takes you on an intimate and enlightening voyage through the eyes of Rachel Ward herself. As a celebrated and famous actress, Rachel shares her personal transformation from the world of entertainment to the world of farming, making a remarkable transition. The film features candid interviews with Rachel, her family, and the inspiring individuals who have influenced her journey.

Rachel's awakening begins with a profound realization – the ecological impact of conventional agriculture is undeniable, and it's time for change. This film offers a unique insight into her courageous journey to restore the health of Australia's farmland, food, and climate. It's a story of transformation, education, repair, regeneration, and, of course, a touch of frustration and impatience.

Don't miss the screening of Rachel's Farm, a heartening film that chronicles the awe-inspiring shift of acclaimed actress and director Rachel Ward, from her iconic role in The Thorn Birds to leading a farming revolution of delving into the world of regenerative farming. It's a tale of resilience, learning, and respect for the land that sustains us all.

WATCH THE TRAILER HERE

ABOUT OUR CO-HOSTS, SUNNYBANK FARM

Sunnybank Farm Ballarat is a multi-generational family farm in Burrumbeet, Victoria. We proudly uphold ethical and sustainable principles utilising holistic and regenerative practices to farm alongside nature.

Everything we do is focused on connecting our community with their food, providing direct paddock-to-plate products and growing food the way nature intended.

Grass-fed meats and pastured-raised eggs, farmed within a “whole system” approach. Anchored on chemical free, soil health regeneration, allowing nature to do the work and our animals be their natural selves.

SPECIAL DISCUSSION PANEL

After the screening, you'll have the opportunity to engage with a diverse panel of experts and enthusiasts, led by Jasmine Walton from Sunnybank Farms, who will delve deeper into the themes explored in the film. Gain valuable insights, ask questions, and be part of a lively discussion that aims to foster a greater understanding of sustainable farming practices.

Whether you're a farmer, environmentalist, or simply curious about the future of food production, this event promises to be both educational and entertaining. Connect with like-minded individuals, share experiences, and leave inspired to make a positive impact on our food systems. 

Be part of the conversation that could change the way we think about and interact with our precious environment.

PANEL MEMBERS INCLUDE

MC - Jasmine Walton

A husband and wife duo of James and Jasmine Walton, along with Terry, Jasmine's father are the driving force behind the daily tasks that bring Sunnybank Farms to life. James's parents Wayne and Jenny also farm's the land and whose guidance and support have what made their regenerative journey possible. It's certainly a whole family affair, with the unwavering support of the generations of Walton's, who have all grown up on and loved the land they feel they are so lucky to live on. Jasmine will be giving birth to the next generations of Walton's in a few months time, when she gives birth to their first child, James and Jasmine hope to pass on the legacy of regenerative farm life onto. Jasmins is also the Chair of the Central Victorian Regenerative Farmers Association.

Bec Djordjevic, has been Director at Munash Organics for over 16 years, but comes with a lifetime of experience having been born into a groundbreaking regenerative farm family. Munash Organics are a proud ethical and environmentally conscious Australian company, who sell their certified organic soil health products which are made from natural resources, recycled materials and the best quality organic ingredients to take care of the plant and the soil. Munash Organics is a second generation family business which started on Bec's family farm just outside Ballarat. 

Jono & Nats from Brooklands Farm, based in Blampied, have been regenerative farming since 2012. They are also the proud recipients of a few prestigious awards including the delicious Magazine Produce Awards National Gold Medal & State Winner, amongst others.

Running 148 acres, and leasing another 180 acres within the Hepburn shire, they farm rare breed British White Cattle (100% Grass Fed Beef) and Berkshire Pigs (Pastured Whey Fed Pork). 

All produce is born and raised on farm in a closed herd with sales direct to consumers through Farmers Markets, Farm Gate and local restaurants like Lake House in Daylesford and Du Fermier Annie Smithers in Trentham.

Jono grew up on a  generational family farm in New Zealand, moved to Australia in his early 20's and worked in the hospitality industry managing some of Melbourne's top restaurants.  After witnessing pigs in cages the lure to be back on farm became strong, with an ambition to make the lives better for pigs destined for the plate.

Nats has a background in the Veterinary Industry as a Nurse & practice manager, Vet Pharmaceuticals, then working for Mars in Small Animal Nutrition and studying Equine Herbal Medicine and a high indigenous interest of Country.

Complimenting each other in their knowledge, and applying a non chemical, high welfare approach to farming led their methods into the regenerative space. 

Being one of the founding members of Central Victorian Regenerative Farmers, the group led them to connect with like minded people, sharing knowledge, especially with personal guidance from Dr Christine Jones, ground cover & soil ecologist,  and a five year multispecies cover crop trial  sponsored by North Central Catchment Management Authority. The results of these trials, as well as many bits taken from the many workshops they attended are now applied to their successful regenerative farming systems.
 

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to be part of Rachel's Farm Film Screening & Panel Discussion. 

Book your spot and get ready for an enlightening and engaging evening! Plus help raise funds for Food Is Free Inc. to continue community work in food security and food security education via our future Urban Food Farm.

Tickets are limited, so get in quick. And prepare to be moved by a story of change, challenge, and triumph.

Proudly brought to you by Food Is Free Inc. & Sunnybank Farms.

Food Is Free Inc. is a For Purpose, registered charity.

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