Join us in Cairns for a free community screening of Hidden Treasure: Magnetic Island

Join AMCS and snorkeldownunder for an ocean-lovers' social evening featuring a documentary screening, presentation and book signing by snorkeldownunder marine biologist, filmmaker and author Lawrence Scheele.

Details

🗓 Date: Tuesday 26 May, 2026

⏰ Time: 6pm - 7:30pm

📍 Location: Salt House, Pier Point Rd, Cairns

🍕 Free pizza

🎟 Tickets: Free, registration required

About the Film

Join Dr. Leon Zann on an incredible journey exploring the hidden underwater world of Yunbenun (Magnetic Island). A vibrant marine ecosystem teeming with life beneath the surface. Through stunning cinematography and original music this short film explores the island's diverse marine species and habitats. Highlighting the ecological significance of the island's waters to protect and preserve its fragile reefs.

Produced by snorkeldownunder - Lawrence Scheele, Oliver Scheele, Kaspa Blewett & Dr. Leon Zann.

🎬 View the Trailer here.

About the Book

A Field Guide to the Marine Life of Magnetic Island, Great Barrier Reef by Lawrence Scheele, is a 224 page Hardback comprehensive natural history guide to the tropical fringing coral reefs of Magnetic Island and inshore Great Barrier Reef. Containing descriptions of over 700 species, more than 900 full colour images, this guide combines the world of art & science.

Can’t make it?

You can still learn about the film and book here.

Contact the host of Cairns Screening of Hidden Treasure: Magnetic Island