Koala film comes to Raymond Terrace Highlight Section Myall Coast Port Stephens by News Of The Area - Modern Media - September 18, 2024September 18, 2024 The film follows seven koalas throughout their survival journey A FILM documenting the plight of koalas on Australia’s east coast will be screened at Scotty’s Cinema, Raymond Terrace on 29 September at 2pm. ‘The Koalas’, created by filmmakers Dr Georgia Wallace-Crabbe and Gregory Miller, discusses the species’ current predicament and predicted extinction by 2050. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us – (02) 4981 8882. Email us – media@newsofthearea.com.au The film follows the journey of seven koalas and sheds light on the issues facing the species, in particular habitat loss. “On the East Coast of Australia, where ancient forests meet the urban fringe, koalas are facing unprecedented challenges,” film promoters told NOTA. “‘The Koalas’ sheds light on a disturbing truth: the very entities entrusted with safeguarding our natural treasures are contributing to the demise of these emblematic creatures. “Why is the koala facing extinction when governments are announcing new strategies to protect them? “Scientists identify the main culprit behind the alarming drop in koala populations is habitat loss. “How is the destruction of habitat being allowed to escalate at unprecedented rates?” The screening will be followed by a Q & A panel of koala advocates and carers.
