Screen NSW has announced it will invest in the production of 20 new Australian film and television projects.
The New South Wales government’s two-year, $20 million Made in NSW scheme to attract international productions and high-end Australian TV dramas is proving to be a smart investment.
The Federal Government is handing Disney's Marvel Studios $24 million to secure a big-budgeted superhero movie that will shoot at Fox Studios and on locations in Australia.
In an implicit admission that NSW is not getting its fair share of productions from other states and overseas, the NSW Government is pumping more money into the Made in NSW fund.
With Australia quickly earning a reputation internationally as a safe shooting destination, the NSW government has struck out with competitive bid to attract foreign production, pumping an additional $175 million towards the Made In NSW fund.
International production may have a larger share of the limelight in Australia at the moment but its relationship with the local sector remains one of mutual benefit, according to a panel of screen agencies.
The NSW production sector has received a welcome boost amid the ongoing Greater Sydney lockdown, with the news that HBO Films' 'Days of Abandonment', starring Natalie Portman, will commence filming in the state this month.
Seven Network action drama 'RFDS' will launch in a further six territories following its Australian premiere this month after securing a slew of international sales.