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12 February 2007 WORLD WETLANDS DAY CELEBRATIONS A SUCCESS Close to 400 people enjoyed the free family film nights in Griffith and Leeton as part of celebrations for World Wetlands Day. Hosted by Murrumbidgee Irrigation, the ‘Storm Boy' film nights promoted the MIA's three iconic wetlands in the region, Barren Box in Griffith and Fivebough and Tuckerbil in Leeton. “Many people remember the Australian film ‘Storm Boy' from their childhood and were keen to share the film with their children,” said Heidi Magner, Barren Box Project Officer. “Although made in 1976, the film is timeless as it still portrays simple environmental messages that are relevant today.” On both nights, community members were encouraged to remember the importance of wetlands in our landscape, enjoy complimentary wine tasting from Westend Estate's ‘Snowy River' range of wines and received wetland info-packs containing interesting activities and info rmation for families. The film nights were part of the Barren Box community engagement program. Murrumbidgee Irrigation (MI) is the caretaker of Barren Box Storage & Wetland which is now in the commencement phase of its rehabilitation. The 1,650 ha ephemeral wetland site was created after investment of $29m by MI to redevelop the drainage site into an efficient water storage and wetlands site. MI would like to thank the Griffith Regional Theatre, The Roxy Theatre, Fivebough & Tuckerbil Wetlands Trust, Westend Estate, The Area News and Southern Star Films for their support and enthusiasm in bringing this free event to the MIA community. “It's important the MIA community is aware of the importance of our regions' wetlands, as not only do our everyday actions impact on them, but our everyday lives are influenced by their existence and health,” concluded Ms Magner.
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