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Screenwest welcomes Australia’s decision to introduce content quotas for global streaming platforms
Screenwest has welcomed moves by the Federal Government to introduce local content quotas on global streaming services to create a more sustainable future for the Australian screen industry.
BBC showcase: Ghosts Australia and Reckless premiere in Perth
Luna Leederville was buzzing last week for the showcase premiere of two BBC Studios Productions Australia projects – Ghosts Australia and Reckless.
Shire of Gingin joins Western Australian councils as ‘film friendly’
The Shire of Gingin is the latest council to join the Film Friendly Western Australia fold, attaining certification in the Screenwest program.
Screenwest-supported attachments and placements go from strength-to-strength as industry demand surges
Building capacity in the WA screen industry and skilling up local film practitioners continues to be a priority for Screenwest as the Perth Film Studios nears completion.
Screenwest End of Year Pay Run Dates
The Screenwest office will be closed from Wednesday, 24 December 2025 to Thursday, 1 January 2026.
Screenwest Funding Rounds and Workshops Open in November
Funds, workshops and attachments open this month.
WA Reflections documentaries tap into untold Western Australian history
Four new documentaries inspired by lesser-known WA historical events will be showcased in a series of free screenings as part of WA Reflections.
Dacre Montgomery’s directorial debut The Engagement Party starts filming in the South West
Cameras are rolling on homegrown actor Dacre Montgomery’s directorial debut, with feature film The Engagement Party kicking off production in WA.
Unit Assistant Attachment Opportunity available on upcoming Feature Film
Screenwest is pleased to announce a paid Unit Assistant Attachment is available for a WA screen practitioner on an upcoming Feature Film based in Fremantle.
Bibbulmun feature film End to End on track as production starts in WA
WA’s epic 1000km Bibbulmun Track is taking centre stage as production kicks off on West Coast Visions feature film End to End.
Paid Post Production Researcher Attachment opportunity on upcoming Documentary Series, Stuff the British Stole Season 3
A paid Post Production Researcher Attachment is available on an upcoming Documentary based in Fremantle.
Production Coordinator Attachment opportunity on upcoming Feature Film
A paid Production Coordinator Attachment is available for a Western Australian screen practitioner on an upcoming Feature Film, based in Fremantle.
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Image credit: Cast and crew of Blueback on location in Bremer Bay, Western Australia © David Dare Parker