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Successful previews of documentary on Latrobe River history in Gippsland ignites community discussions

Following successful previews in Sale, Traralgon, and Warragul, our new documentary, "Durt'Yowan (Latrobe River) - The Life Source," unveils the river's rich history and sparks community dialogue about its future.

By news@gippsland - 22nd November 2023 - Back to News

After successful preview screenings and meaningful community discussions in Sale, Traralgon and Warragul, we're pleased to publicly release our new short documentary Durt'Yowan (Latrobe River) - The Life Source. The video tells the story of Durt'Yowan, the Gunaikurnai name for the Latrobe River and one of Victoria's iconic rivers.

After screenings in Sale, Traralgon, and Warragul, our documentary illuminates the Latrobe River's history, igniting community discussions

River future conversations

Beginning near the Baw Baw plateau, running through the Latrobe Valley and into the Gippsland Lakes, Durt'Yowan has been the life source for people in Gippsland for thousands of years.

The film is aimed at getting the conversation started on the future of the river. Panel discussions after each preview screening demonstrated the passion for the river from its headwaters to the lower Latrobe wetlands and how the community wants to be involved in a positive future.

Pictures from West Gippsland Catchment Management Authority website.

Source: http://gippsland.com/

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