Cessnock City and Singleton Councils have teamed up to host special screenings of the inspiring documentary film, Rachel's Farm, featuring renowned actress and film director, Rachel Ward.

Rachel Ward is celebrated for her compelling performances in The Thorn Birds, Against All Odds, Sharkey’s Machine, and Dead Men Don’t Wear Plaid. Beyond acting, Ward has carved a path as a writer and director, showcasing her creative prowess behind the camera.

Rachel's Farm is a captivating documentary that chronicles Rachel Ward's personal journey from the world of entertainment to the realm of farming and ecological advocacy.

The film delves into Ward's realization of the ecological impacts of conventional farming practices and her subsequent transition to regenerative farming. Teaming up with farmer, Mick Green, Ward explores the principles of regenerative agriculture, challenging the status quo of industrial farming.

The screenings of Rachel’s Farm will take place at:

• Singleton Youth Centre from 6.30 to 8.30pm on Wednesday 25 September. Tickets are $10.

• Performance Arts Culture Cessnock from 6.30 to 9.30pm on Thursday 26 September. Tickets are $5 for residents or $10 for those from out of the area.

• Laguna Hall from 3:00 to 5:30pm on Saturday 19 October. Entry to this screening is free.

A Q&A session with Rachel Ward will follow the Cessnock and Singleton screenings to answer questions on regenerative agriculture. Representatives from Hunter Local Land Services, Hunter Region Landcare Network, Feedback Organics, and Slow Food Hunter Valley will also be on hand.