NSW Government is calling for Expressions of Interest (EOI) to establish a second global film studio in Sydney, paving the way for more international and local screen projects in the state
The NSW Government’s $100 million capital investment will provide industry the opportunity to partner with government to deliver a second film studio, ensuring NSW remains the filming destination of choice in the southern hemisphere.
EOI submissions will be evaluated against the NSW Government’s objectives to strengthen capacity, attract international blockbusters, support local production, create local jobs, and ensure NSW remains the nation’s screen powerhouse.
For more information, head to the link in bio.
What a thrill to welcome Hideo Kojima to Australia for a panel with George Miller for Sydney Film Festival - talking cinema, interactive art and Death Stranding 2: On the Beach.
Here’s a quick recap - more highlights coming soon 🐨
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We’re pleased to announce that two NSW filmmaking teams have been selected for Screen NSW’s Short to Feature Fast Track program.
The 2026 recipients are David Ma and Rebecca Metcalf (Hostiles), and Jack Dodds, Abby Gallaway, Hannah‑Rae Meegan and Monique Terry (Meat Raffle). The program supports emerging to mid‑level creatives with up to $75,000 to produce a short film or proof of concept, alongside script development for a low‑budget feature.
The teams will also receive mentorship from experienced Executive Producers Vincent Sheehan (Fisk, Shayda) and Nick Batzias (Nitram), supporting the progression of their projects and careers.
Previous Short to Feature Fast Track recipients have achieved significant international recognition. Souvenir, produced by Yingna Lu and written and directed by Renée Marie Petropoulos, premiered at SXSW 2026, where it won the Narrative Shorts Competition. The Worm, directed by Tom Noakes and produced by Adrian Pinto and Lucy Gaffy, premiered at the Sundance Film Festival 2026, with Princess Pictures later announcing their involvement in the team’s follow‑up feature, The Answerers. Saint Valentine, Souvenir and The Worm have also been selected for the upcoming 73rd Sydney Film Festival.
Congratulations to this year’s recipients, we look forward to following the next stage of your creative journeys.
Applications are now open for Screen NSW Market Travel Support, providing funding for NSW‑based screen practitioners to attend key industry events and build connections to support and finance their projects.
Current opportunities include travel support for MIFF 37ºSouth: Bridging the Gap (part of the MIFF 37ºSouth Market) in Melbourne from 6–9 August 2026, and the Australian Children’s Content Summit in Coffs Harbour from 24–27 August 2026.
Funding is available for a limited number of individuals or teams to attend these Screen NSW‑nominated events, which offer valuable opportunities to connect with screen industry professionals, buyers and partners.
Applications close 2pm AEST, 29 May 2026. Head to the link in bio for eligibility criteria and application details.
Applications are now open for our PAX Market Support Program, offering up to 10 NSW based independent game developers the opportunity to exhibit at PAX Australia 2026.
Successful applicants will showcase their digital games in a fully subsidised exhibition pod within a dedicated Screen NSW section of PAX Rising, located in the main expo hall at PAX Australia in Melbourne from 9–11 October 2026.
PAX Rising provides a platform for indie developers to present new releases to players, media and industry representatives at one of Australia’s leading gaming events.
Applications close Tuesday 26 May 2026, 2pm AEST. Head to the link in bio for eligibility criteria and application details.
The @sydfilmfest 2026 program has officially landed, and it’s shaping up to be an unforgettable two weeks of cinema. With the annual film extravaganza kicking off on June 3, we’re incredibly thrilled to once again see so many Screen NSW–supported projects selected across the program alongside a slew of highly-anticipated international films.
Congratulations to the team behind Silenced, which will receive the honour of opening the festival, as well as the team behind Boss Cat, which will be making its world premiere at the event. Other Screen NSW–supported films including Belly (Proper Loved Up), Pressure, Rodeo Dreams, Saint Valentine, Souvenir, The Killings at Parrish Station, The Worm and Whistle will also screen across the festival.
We can’t wait to see these stories on the big screen dazzling audiences.
Image: Souvenir | Supplied
Join us this month for our upcoming Power Lunch with Marc Wooldridge, Managing Director of @maslowentertainment .
With more than 20 years of experience in senior marketing and distribution roles at 20th Century Fox International, including a decade as Managing Director of Theatrical overseeing Australasia, Marc founded Maslow Entertainment in 2020 as a Sydney‑based distributor focused on original, audience‑driven Australian and New Zealand features with strong marketing potential.
As Maslow celebrates a major milestone of 40 theatrical releases, this session will dive into the company’s upcoming slate, the types of projects Maslow is looking for, recent standout releases, and key insights into the current local theatrical market.
Wooldridge will be in conversation with Screen Investment Manager Amelia Rowe, followed by an audience Q&A.
📅 Friday 22 May 2026 1:00pm
👉 Register via the link in bio (places are limited and registrations are essential)
Our next Gathering Ground session is happening in May, featuring award‑winning film practitioner and Head of First Nations Content at @screenaustralia , Gillian Moody 🌟
Gillian brings decades of screen industry experience championing First Nations stories, perspectives and creative talent, and will be sharing insights from her remarkable career while leading an open, inspiring conversation with emerging First Nations screen practitioners.
Gathering Ground is an industry development initiative that connects established and emerging First Nations talent through knowledge ‑sharing, networking and skills development opportunities.
🌟 Monday, 25 May
🌟 1.20pm – 3.00pm AEDT
🌟 Screen NSW Creative Hub, The Rocks or online via MS Teams
This session is open exclusively to NSW First Nations (Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander) Screen & Digital Games practitioners. Head to the link in bio to RSVP.
A new genre‑bending crime drama, Kockroach, starring Chris Hemsworth, Taron Egerton and Zazie Beetz, is hitting NSW.
From director Matt Ross (Captain Fantastic), the provocative film, adapted from the novel by William Lashner, follows a mysterious stranger who rises through the criminal underworld to become a larger‑than‑life crime boss in a city where power is everything.
Kockroach is set to film across Sydney with support from Screen NSW’s Made in NSW Fund, alongside the Australian Government’s Location Offset.
The production is expected to create more than 600 NSW jobs and inject an estimated $37 million into the state’s economy, further cementing NSW as a world‑class destination for major screen productions.
Image: Brook Rushton
Bookings for May’s Western Sydney Sessions are now live.
Looking to connect face‑to‑face with the Screen NSW team? Join us for our next Western Sydney Session and learn more about navigating our funding programs and the support available to bring bold stories and cultural content to life.
The next session takes place Thursday 21 May, 10am – 4pm at Arts & Cultural Exchange (ACE), Parramatta.
Book a one‑on‑one meeting with Screen Investment Managers Amelia Rowe or Daniel Krige to discuss development and production funding for feature films, documentaries, TV and factual series.
Head to the link in bio to secure your spot.
There’s a new major international production kicking off right here in NSW. ⭐
@netflix ’s brand‑new thriller The Big Fix will be in production in NSW from this month with support from Screen NSW’s Made in NSW Fund. The film stars Mark Wahlberg and Riz Ahmed, alongside a standout supporting cast including Chin Han, Zlatko Buric, Bobo Le, Paul G. Raymond, Nuha Jes Izman and Vipin Sharma.
Directed by Baltasar Kormákur (Apex, Everest, Adrift), The Big Fix follows a former Interpol cop working within FIFA who uncovers an international match‑fixing scandal launching a high‑stakes global pursuit to stop those behind it.
Production is set to create more than 500 local jobs and contribute an estimated $55 million to the NSW economy.
Filming in NSW is made possible through the support of Screen NSW’s Made in NSW Fund, alongside the Australian Government’s Location Offset.
📣 Calling all NSW filmmakers – don't miss the chance to register for this special two-day, in-person workshop!
The Advancing Impact workshop is perfect for those interested in understanding how documentary storytelling can create social impact and reach new audiences through carefully crafted impact campaigns.
Participants will engage directly with Documentary Australia’s leadership team, who bring extensive experience in impact strategy and philanthropic engagement.
When: 4 & 5 May
Where: In-person in Sydney, NSW
Advancing Impact: Crafting Documentary Impact Campaigns for Social Change is presented by @documentaryaustralia and supported by @screennsw .
🎟️ Capacity is limited to 30 participants – register now to secure your spot at the link in bio.
Image credit: Nansie
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