Cate Blanchett and Andrew Upton Endorse the WM

Blanchett, star of films such as Elizabeth, the Lord of the Rings, and the Aviator, for which she won an Oscar for best supporting actress, together with her husband, Andrew Upton the playwright and director sent their message of support to organisers of the World March in Australia.

"It is surprising how many people now believe that armed intervention is the best solution to some of the problems facing the world. Yet if only a small share of the money spent on weapons and armed conflict was directed to the elimination of hunger and poverty, many of the root causes of these conflicts could be solved. For the future of our children, speak out in favour of peace, nuclear disarmament and the end of violence", said Cate Blanchett.

In support of this cause, Sydneysiders together with the international Base Team of the World March will gather on Bondi Beach on the 4th October to form the word PEACE in a symbolic act to express their strong opposition to war and all forms of violence.

In Melbourne, an event on the 3rd of October between 2pm and 4pm called 'Positive Steps to Peace' will hear from important speakers in the themes of the World March together with members of the WM base team.  A 150 member choir will perform (The Choir of Hope and Inspiration) and they will form a Longa Kanga Conga; there will be a peace circle and blessing and face painting.