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The National Association of Cinema Operators (NACO) is optimistic about securing COVID-19 assistance funding for major exhibitors, days after blasting the government's $20 million commitment to support independent cinemas.
Minister for Communications, Urban Infrastructure, Cities and the Arts Paul Fletcher has doubled down on criticism of the ABC for its response to potential local content obligations, but has sympathised with other industry views on the green paper – namely the call for streaming platforms to spend 20 per cent of their local revenue on Australian content.
Screen Australia has announced $2 million of funding via its Enterprise program, including four Business & Ideas projects and 11 Enterprise People talent opportunities.
Aspiring YouTube creators in NSW are being invited to apply for a new Screen NSW initiative designed to develop online storytelling skills.
Factual content producer WildBear Entertainment has expanded outside of Australia for the first time, establishing the WildBear Aotearoa office in New Zealand.
Melbourne International Film Festival (MIFF) is set to launch a new immersive work that combines real-time VR with live performance and documentary.
Discovery has reinforced its commitment to Australian productions, ordering a third series of Aussie Salvage Squad.