Many locals will find themselves back on the silver screen for an upcoming fundraiser screening of The Mango Tree, filmed in Bundaberg in 1977.
Among them is Bundaberg’s Trevor Green who is rallying fellow Mango Tree cast members and the community to come together for a worthy cause in support of the Bundaberg sleepbus Project.
The year was 1977 when Trevor, a wide-eyed teenager, was one of many locals who auditioned in hope of stepping onto the silver screen, in the depiction of the beloved 1974 book by Ronald McKie.
Securing the role as Lawson, Trevor said he had made many life-long friends on the set of the Mango Tree film.
Now, almost half a century later, Trevor’s excited to see not only his own but many other local faces grace the big screen again.
“A lot of the movie was cast from actors in the Bundaberg Region,” Trevor said.
“I attended the premiere of the movie which was held at the Moncrieff – it was called the Crest Theatre at the time.
“Let’s play Where’s Trevor (Wally) and see if you can recognise other people from the Bundaberg Region too.”
A special screening of the Mango Tree will be held at the Moncrieff Entertainment Centre on 26 October, to support the Bundaberg sleepbus Project.
The sleepbus initiative aims to provide a safe and comfortable sleeping environment for those experiencing homelessness in the Bundaberg Region.
Attendees can look forward to a nostalgic journey filled with laughter and shared memories, along with the opportunity to meet fellow cast members and reminisce about their time on set.
“The Mango Tree holds a special place in the hearts of many locals,” Trevor said.
“It’s not just a film – it’s part of our community’s history.
“I believe we can harness that spirit to make a real difference for those in need.”
Funds raised from ticket sales and donations will go directly to the Bundaberg sleepbus project, aiding in the establishment of the local service to provide a safe place for individuals to rest.
Trevor emphasised that every ticket sold was a step closer to providing comfort to someone in need.
“I remember how the community came together back then,” Trevor said.
“It’s time to do it again, but this time for a cause that directly impacts our community.”
The Mango Tree movie fundraiser – sleepbus Bundaberg Project
When: 6.30 pm on 26 October
Where: Moncrieff Entertainment Centre
Tickets: $20 each click here to book
- Earlier article: Gear up with a classic film to support sleepbus
