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Lane Street Studios Open Day

Techosphere
Lane Street Studios Open Day
Lane Street Studios opens its state-of-the-art facility, boosting Wellington's screen industry growth and collaboration.
Lane Street Studios, Wellington screen sector, new soundstages, Totara Building, Miro Stage, screen industry growth, film production facilities, New Zealand screen industry, studio launch, pre-production building, guided tours, Wellington film, screen sector crew, creative collaboration, production opportunities, industry milestone, New Zealand film facilities, soundstage development, screen industry events, studio opening.
Lane Street Studios opens its state-of-the-art facility, boosting Wellington's screen industry growth and collaboration.


Behind the Scenes
Guild Updates and Future Plans

Behind the Scenes
Guild Updates and Future Plans
Reflecting on a transformative year and outlining exciting initiatives for New Zealand’s screen industry.
New Zealand screen industry, screen guild updates, member appreciation, industry workshops, rate card, Blue Book revision, mental well-being, screen industry grants, production technicians, member benefits, 2023 plans, holiday message, screen industry workers act, production support, screen sector development, website launch, online workshops, screen production grant, industry recommendations, safe work environments.
Reflecting on a transformative year and outlining exciting initiatives for New Zealand’s screen industry.


President's Rave
Navigating Screen Industry Challenges

President's Rave
Navigating Screen Industry Challenges
Reflecting on 2022’s progress, COVID’s lingering impact, and future uncertainties in the screen sector.
screen industry challenges, New Zealand film, COVID-19 impact, mask mandates, surveillance testing, production delays, industry growth, recession risks, SPG review, Screen Production Grant, streaming service slowdown, content demand, international production trends, studio capacity, skill development, infrastructure growth, shooting locations, global inflation, screen sector resilience, 2023 industry outlook, New Zealand screen sector.
Reflecting on 2022’s progress, COVID’s lingering impact, and future uncertainties in the screen sector.


Techosphere
New Zealand Film Commission Update

Techosphere
New Zealand Film Commission Update
Highlighting milestones, local successes, and global achievements during a challenging year for the screen sector.
New Zealand Film Commission, screen industry resilience, COVID-19 impact, 2021/2022 annual report, NZFC funding, Te Puna Kairangi Premium Fund, local film success, New Zealand box office, Muru, Whina, Mister Organ, international achievements, The Power of the Dog, The Rings of Power, Avatar The Way of Water, film awards, Palm Springs Film Festival, Sundance premieres, NZ screen talent, Screen Sector Funding review, NZFC leadership changes
Highlighting milestones, local successes, and global achievements during a challenging year for the screen sector.


Editorial
Closing 2022 With Highlights

Editorial
Closing 2022 With Highlights
Celebrating milestones, reflecting on legends, and gearing up for a brighter screen industry in 2023.
NZTECHO magazine, New Zealand screen industry, 2022 highlights, Lane Street studios, Upper Hutt production facility, Film Commission, Mladen Ivancic, Ron Highfield tribute, Ian Mune, screen industry updates, new studio facilities, production growth, pandemic reflections, screen sector milestones, industry community, New Zealand film, studio expansion, screen production, screen sector legends, holiday wishes, looking ahead to 2023.
Celebrating milestones, reflecting on legends, and gearing up for a brighter screen industry in 2023.


Techosphere
AS/NZS 4249 2022 Recently Superseded AS/NZS 4249 1994

Techosphere
AS/NZS 4249 2022 Recently Superseded AS/NZS 4249 1994
Understanding AS/NZS 4249:2022 for safe electrical practices on New Zealand film and television sets.
AS/NZS 4249:2022, electrical safety, film and television sets, AS/NZS 3000, wiring rules, AS/NZS 3002, electrical installations, New Zealand standards, safety compliance, competent person, multibox regulations, Tapon plugs, double adaptors prohibition, periodic equipment testing, electrical fires prevention, lighting standards, power distribution, film industry safety, Standards NZ, workplace safety, environmental considerations.
Understanding AS/NZS 4249:2022 for safe electrical practices on New Zealand film and television sets.


Regional Wrap
Dunedin's Untapped Film Potential

Regional Wrap
Dunedin's Untapped Film Potential
A call to filmmakers: explore Dunedin’s compact, diverse, and screen-ready locations waiting for discovery.
Dunedin film industry, location scouting, Gothic architecture, unique interiors, compact locations, South Island filming, petrol savings, VFX plating, untapped film spots, creative crew, Tom Sainsbury, Simon Bridges, acrostic poem, New Zealand film diversity, summer filming, enchanting landscapes, location proximity, regional filmmaking, filming challenges, South Island attractions.
A call to filmmakers: explore Dunedin’s compact, diverse, and screen-ready locations waiting for discovery.


Regional Wrap
Queenstown's Spring Film Boom

Regional Wrap
Queenstown's Spring Film Boom
A bustling season of TVCs, international shoots, and creative productions amidst Queenstown’s scenic wonders.
Queenstown film industry, spring productions, TVCs, international shoots, Alice Englert, Glenorchy filming, Michael Hill commercials, realestate.co.nz TVC, Remarkables shooting, Lake Alta, Vodafone OneNZ, timelapse filming, Queenstown hospitality, Untitled Documentary, Stacey Lee, Motion Sickness TVC, Sweetooth filming, Snow Farm, Milford Rd, location management, Queenstown challenges, film crew updates.
A bustling season of TVCs, international shoots, and creative productions amidst Queenstown’s scenic wonders.


Regional Wrap
Canterbury's Film Surge

Regional Wrap
Canterbury's Film Surge
A summer packed with diverse productions, from family adventures to crime thrillers, in Canterbury’s vibrant scene.
Canterbury film industry, summer productions, Te Motu, Head South, Trolga & Me, animatronic troll, dystopian feature, The Letting Go, The Cleaner TV series, crime thriller, family adventure, Lyttelton Harbour filming, Methven location, CBD shoots, crew demand, regional filmmaking, production boom, New Zealand features, long-form dramas, Canterbury screen growth, Christmas filming schedule.
A summer packed with diverse productions, from family adventures to crime thrillers, in Canterbury’s vibrant scene.


Regional Wrap
Wellington's Winter Reflection

Regional Wrap
Wellington's Winter Reflection
A quieter season for production offers time for reflection, updates, and optimism for the months ahead.
Wellington film industry, TVCs, Avatar production, post-production, Miramar studios, Stonehenge filming, local filmmaking, low-budget projects, self-funded productions, seasonal production shifts, CV updates, crew downtime, corporate filming, commercial projects, regional filmmaking hub, film community, New Zealand film industry, optimistic outlook, industry resilience, small-scale productions, seasonal work trends.
A quieter season for production offers time for reflection, updates, and optimism for the months ahead.


Regional Wrap
Bay of Plenty: Filmmaking Hub

Regional Wrap
Bay of Plenty: Filmmaking Hub
Showcasing talent, fostering growth, and enhancing the Bay of Plenty’s reputation as a premier film destination.
Bay of Plenty, Film Bay of Plenty, screen industry growth, untapped locations, New Zealand filmmaking, Muru film, TIFF selections, We Are Still Here, Stolen Lands, Te Repa Kahi, Tame Iti, Cliff Curtis, filmmaking opportunities, career expos, industry events, film permitting, collaborative workshops, governance appointments, regional filmmaking, crew development, pre-production support, podcast launch.
Showcasing talent, fostering growth, and enhancing the Bay of Plenty’s reputation as a premier film destination.


Regional Wrap
Navigating Industry Changes

Regional Wrap
Navigating Industry Changes
Preparing for collective bargaining, addressing burnout, and mentoring future talent in New Zealand's screen sector.
Daylight Savings, burnout prevention, Auckland productions, crew mentoring, film industry workforce, industry boom, production studios, Guild initiatives, harassment prevention, bullying policies, Film Industry Workers Bill, collective bargaining, contractor security, employment contracts, MBIE workshops, mentoring new talent, film industry legislation, fair treatment, industry pathways, crew shortages.
Preparing for collective bargaining, addressing burnout, and mentoring future talent in New Zealand's screen sector.


In Memorium
Remembering Ardy Matthews

In Memorium
Remembering Ardy Matthews
Celebrating the life of a beloved transport captain, friend, and film industry legend, Ardy Matthews.
Ardy Matthews, New Zealand film industry, transport captain, The Lord of the Rings, film family, film career, Harley Davidson rides, Akubra hat, manaaki, behind-the-scenes magic, loyal friendships, on-set support, film whānau, life celebration, industry tributes, whānau love, tangi, hard work, authenticity, unexpected loss, cherished memories.
Celebrating the life of a beloved transport captain, friend, and film industry legend, Ardy Matthews.


In Memorium
Remembering Brian Shennan

In Memorium
Remembering Brian Shennan
Celebrating the life and legacy of Brian Shennan, a trailblazer in New Zealand's screen industry sound.
Brian Shennan, New Zealand film industry, National Film Unit, sound mixing, sound recording, Wahine disaster, This Is New Zealand, Smash Palace, Utu, Dolby Stereo, NFU projects, documentaries, sound technology, film history, industry pioneers, sound innovations, travel shows, My Name Is Jane, The Great Maiden's Blush, Mo Te Iwi, legacy in sound, New Zealand On Screen.
Celebrating the life and legacy of Brian Shennan, a trailblazer in New Zealand's screen industry sound.


Wide Angle
Darkness Falls

Wide Angle
Darkness Falls
Exploring the mental toll, burnout, and silence surrounding mental health in the screen industry.
film industry mental health, screen industry challenges, burnout in filmmaking, stress in production, freelance struggles, Murray Newey, mental health awareness, screen industry culture, filmmaking addiction, long hours in film, hierarchical pressure, coping mechanisms, self-doubt, sleep deprivation, bullying in the industry, freelance uncertainty, dream collapse, emotional toll of filmmaking, industry support, mental health advocacy.
Exploring the mental toll, burnout, and silence surrounding mental health in the screen industry.


President's Rave
Rate Card Reform

President's Rave
Rate Card Reform
Ensuring fair, transparent, and inflation-adjusted rates to sustain New Zealand’s screen industry workforce.
Rate Card project, screen industry rates, transparency in wages, crew compensation, Screen Industry Guild, inflation tracking, rate parity, career sustainability, BECTU model, data collection, industry standards, rate guidelines, producer budgeting, fair wages, equitable pay, wage negotiation, New Zealand screen sector, workforce value, rate transparency, industry betterment, long-term planning.
Ensuring fair, transparent, and inflation-adjusted rates to sustain New Zealand’s screen industry workforce.