For a few weeks in May and June 2007, Bowen was used to portray Darwin in the 1930s in the Baz Luhrmann movie "Australia" starring Nicole Kidman and Hugh Jackman.

Click here for the official press release from Bazmark Films Inc. (PDF File)

Added 26th September 2007
Aerial View of Movie Set

Click on the image below to load a high quality aerial view of the "Australia" movie set on the shores of Port Denison. Great for a desktop wallpaper!!! (247Kb)

Added 27th July 2007
Exclusive - "Australia - Bowen 2007"

Use the links below to download the special booklet from the Bowen Independant.

Complete booklet (5,501Kb PDF)

Separate Pages (PDF files)