A documentary following a group of boys turning their lives around will help those impacted by the Tingha Plateau fires.
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BackTrack Boys, which will be screened at the Inverell Racecourse at 6.30pm on Saturday, February 23, tells the story of three troubled boys struggling to avoid jail time, and the unique youth program that helped them find their way.
Joining up with Armidale jackaroo Bernie Shakeshaft and his travelling dog jumping team, the boys bond with the animals and begin pursuing their dreams.
The film screening has been organised by local couple Jane and Rowan O'Brien, whose son Paddy was helped by the program, and all funds raised by the event will go towards BackTrack work crews to assist in the Tingha bushfire clean up and recovery.
Inverell police Chief Inspector Rowan said it was clear that there was "lots to do" in the aftermath of the blaze, including loose stock, lost fences, a lack of feed and destroyed buildings.
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He said those whose homes are intact would still need to clean up the soot, and many would be keen to clear any dry grass or brush to minimise risk in the future.
BackTrack Youth Works are determined to put the funds raised from the screening back into the local community, and have been discussing the needs of Tingha with several organisations and individuals.
A BackTrack Youth mentor, a group of participants and dogs will come along to the screening, and meet with locals.
The cost to attend is $15 adult, $10 concessional student and $40 family (two adults, two kids). Tickets are available from www.stickytickets.com.au or by calling Gwymac Landcare on 67 211 241.
Rural Fire Service (RFS) volunteers will be admitted for free on the presentation of their RFS ID.
Tickets will be available at the door, but bookings are preferred.
Naomi Shumack
Born and bred in Inverell, I'm passionate about community journalism. I'm the youngest of five kids, am a book worm and have a ridiculous movie collection. I have a double degree in Communications and International Studies from the University of Wollongong. I write stories for the Inverell Times, Moree Champion and Goondiwindi Argus. You can contact me at naomi.shumack@fairfaxmedia.com.au or on 0438 606 351.
Born and bred in Inverell, I'm passionate about community journalism. I'm the youngest of five kids, am a book worm and have a ridiculous movie collection. I have a double degree in Communications and International Studies from the University of Wollongong. I write stories for the Inverell Times, Moree Champion and Goondiwindi Argus. You can contact me at naomi.shumack@fairfaxmedia.com.au or on 0438 606 351.
