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Announcement
Production Grant Round Toru Dates Set



Regional Filmmaking
Regional Filmmaking Spotlight: A Dog’s Show



In Focus
Auckland Council Sells Auckland Film Studios

In Focus
Auckland Council Sells Auckland Film Studios
Auckland Film Studios has been sold to Xytech, securing long-term investment in Auckland’s screen infrastructure. The deal also protects $30 million for reinvestment into the sector.
Auckland Film Studios has been sold to Xytech, securing long-term investment in Auckland’s screen infrastructure. The deal also protects $30 million for reinvestment into the sector.


Feature
The Wrecking Crew Puts Auckland in the Global Spotlight



Member Spotlight
Member Spotlight: Valentina Vaessen

Member Spotlight
Member Spotlight: Valentina Vaessen
Valentina brings her Italian love of coffee and connection into her work on set, often setting the tone from the earliest call time. In this Member Spotlight, she shares what drew her into film, why community matters, and how small rituals can make a long shoot day better.
Valentina brings her Italian love of coffee and connection into her work on set, often setting the tone from the earliest call time. In this Member Spotlight, she shares what drew her into film, why community matters, and how small rituals can make a long shoot day better.


Announcement
Show Me Shorts Kicks Off 2026 Submissions



Announcement
Script to Screen Presents Big Screen Symposium coming 3-4 July 2026!

Announcement
Script to Screen Presents Big Screen Symposium coming 3-4 July 2026!
Two incredible days of conversations, workshops, panel discussions, and case studies with an outstanding line-up of local and international speakers.
Two incredible days of conversations, workshops, panel discussions, and case studies with an outstanding line-up of local and international speakers.


Media and Resource Releases
New Zealand Film Commission-supported TENOR: My Name is Pati leads New Zealand line-up with world premiere at Santa Barbara International Film Festival

Media and Resource Releases
New Zealand Film Commission-supported TENOR: My Name is Pati leads New Zealand line-up with world premiere at Santa Barbara International Film Festival
Four New Zealand films head to Santa Barbara, led by a powerful documentary celebrating voice.
Four New Zealand films head to Santa Barbara, led by a powerful documentary celebrating voice.


In Focus
Australia has Moved on Streaming Content Rules, Spada Warns NZ Risks Falling Behind

In Focus
Australia has Moved on Streaming Content Rules, Spada Warns NZ Risks Falling Behind
With Australia’s streaming content requirements now in force, Spada says New Zealand must act quickly or lose ground as a screen production market.
With Australia’s streaming content requirements now in force, Spada says New Zealand must act quickly or lose ground as a screen production market.


Member Spotlight
Member Spotlight: Adrian "Wookie" Hebron

Member Spotlight
Member Spotlight: Adrian "Wookie" Hebron
This Member Spotlight highlights Adrian Hebron, whose journey from apprentice sparky to long-time gaffer reflects a lifetime of skill, grit, and support for crew.
member spotlight, gaffer, career advice
This Member Spotlight highlights Adrian Hebron, whose journey from apprentice sparky to long-time gaffer reflects a lifetime of skill, grit, and support for crew.


Industry Insight
Industry Insight: FilmChaplain

Industry Insight
Industry Insight: FilmChaplain
FilmChaplain sits at the intersection of filmmaking and chaplaincy, providing on-set support tailored to the realities of screen production. Kevin Denholm shares why wellbeing can’t be an afterthought, and how proactive care is changing the culture on set.
FilmChaplain sits at the intersection of filmmaking and chaplaincy, providing on-set support tailored to the realities of screen production. Kevin Denholm shares why wellbeing can’t be an afterthought, and how proactive care is changing the culture on set.




