TTV movie night - Corals' Last Stand

Transition Town Vincent are partnering with Conservation Council WA to present Corals' Last Stand

Perched on the edge of the continental shelf, 300 km from the Australian mainland lies Scott Reef.

This ancient coral atoll, isolated for millions of years from other reef systems and mainland influences, has developed its own subpopulations of unique species.

Formed more than 15 million years ago Scott Reef is home to more than 1200 species including endangered sea snakes, green turtles and spectacular corals. Endangered pygmy whales and other rare cetaceans stop at Scott Reef on their annual migrations to feed on the abundant krill. It is one of only a few spots along the west coast of Australia where krill can be found in sufficient quantities to replenish the needs of these large creatures.

But Scott Reef is under threat.

The reef sits on a huge reservoir of gas known as the Browse Basin. Global corporation Woodside and its joint venture partners want to drill for gas and oil under the reef ecosystem. The energy giant wants to sink 50 oil and gas wells in the waters around the unique coral atoll.

Woodside argues that the gas project, which is expected to last till 2070, will help the world decarbonise. Conservationists disagree and say the world already has enough gas to meet global needs in the transition to net zero.

Corals' Last Stand follows the voyage of a team of prominent Australians including author Tim Winton and musician John Butler as they travel to the reef to bring worldwide attention to the impact that drilling will have on this special place.

This half hour documentary asks whether Australia can really afford to exploit this gas reserve in a time of growing community concern at rising global temperatures. And if it does, will Scott Reef and the life it supports be the collateral damage of that decision?

See the trailer here

The screening will be followed by a Q&A

Event Details

The film starts at 6.30pm. Please arrive by 6.15pm if possible.

Alcohol is available for purchase at the bar. There will be free bakery items thanks to Dejaxo Bakery. You can also BYO snacks.

Children are welcome to attend if accompanied by a parent or guardian.

No need to print your ticket.

Transition Town Vincent film nights are run by volunteers. A donation is appreciated to help cover the costs of screening rights and to fund projects.  Learn more at our Facebook page