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‘The Dolphin Dilemma’ Charity Screening - Paynesville

Come and join the Marine Mammal Foundation at the Paynesville Classic Boat Rally and Gippsland Lakes Boat Show for a charity screening of the short documentary 'The Dolphin Dilemma'.

When: Friday 27th February, 2026 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Where: Payneville Neighborhood Centre
Esplanade, Paynesville Vic 3880

This is a ticketed event, and bookings are essential. To book your tickets, please visit https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1468125

The Dolphin Dilemma has now been accepted into 86 international film festivals across 28 countries, and has received 55 awards! A gripping documentary on the impacts of global climate change and the local devastation of freshwater skin disease, this exposé hopes to educate and inspire critical conservation action in an ever-changing climate. Featuring MMF’s Dr Kate Robb, Chantel Foord and Amber Crittenden, we delve into the current research on the Gippsland Lake Burrunan dolphin, and alongside co-author Dr Padraig Duignan, we discuss the international collaboration that first identified this disease impacting dolphins with devastating effect. The documentary is not publicly available yet so the charity screening offer a unique viewing opportunity.

Dr Kate will give an update on the cutting-edge research currently being undertaken on the Gippsland Lakes Burrunan dolphin, which have sadly been impacted once again by freshwater skin disease, leading to a mass mortality event. With an estimated 30 resident dolphins remaining, coupled with the highest detected levels of toxicants globally, our concerns of a localised extinction event are very real.

Your attendance supports a great cause, with ticket sales and donations directly contributing to the MMF research team undertaking our seasonal research surveys to monitor this ongoing issue.

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to see 'The Dolphin Dilemma', delve into the world of these majestic creatures, and play your part in the future conservation of the critically endangered and iconic Burrunan dolphin!

We hope to see you there!

WARNING: The Dolphin Dilemma has graphic content and images of dolphins decreased with skin lesions and may not be suitable for children.

For more information about this event, please visit www.paynesvilleclassicboatrally.com.au

MMF at the Paynesville Classic Boat Rally & Gippsland Lakes Boat Show

Come along and join the MMF Team at the Paynesville Classic Boat Rally this February as a part of the Gippsland Lakes Boat Show! The Paynesville Classic Boat Rally is one of the biggest events on the MMF calendar, and no better place to celebrate the Lakes and the incredible Gippsland Lakes Burrunan dolphin! Head down to the MMF BurruVan and get hands on with dolphin skulls, speak with the MMF Team about our world-leading research programs, and discover what we can all do to make a difference.

Keep an eye out on the festival program to join the Marine Mammal Foundation for a charity screening of the award-winning short film The Dolphin Dilemma, and keynote presentations from MMF’s Dr Kate.

When: Saturday 28th February & Sunday 1st March, 2026

Where: Payneville Promenade

For more information about this event, please visit www.paynesvilleclassicboatrally.com.au

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