A Journey of Hope

A Journey of Hope

A Journey of Hope

Green Sea Turtles

NITV | October 9, 2016

Geography

Indigenous Australians

Classification: General

Follows a small group of Indigenous community members who are trying to increase the numbers of green sea turtles nesting on Cowley beach. Exploring the significance of the turtles to the community.

Overview

Follows a small group of Indigenous community members who are trying to increase the numbers of green sea turtles nesting on Cowley beach. Exploring the significance of the turtles to the community.

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