Screen Australia are saddened to learn of the passing of Walter (Wal) Saunders. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are advised that this article contains images and names of people who have passed.

Screen Australia, in collaboration with Los Angeles-based television powerhouse Dynamic Television, are inviting applications for the fourth round of the Dynamic Television Scripted Initiative. The program supports the development of a standout scripted television project, helping to position it for global success.

Involved in the games industry or interested in adapting your IP for games? Ask your burning questions about our local independent games sector and Screen Australia’s funding opportunities at the Games AMA on Tuesday 9 December.

Want to learn more about Screen Australia's documentary funding opportunities or interested in the factual space? Ask your questions at the Documentary AMA on Tuesday 25 November.

Screen Australia has today released the 2024/25 outcomes of the second year of its current Gender Matters KPI. In 2024/25, 56% of key creative roles – defined as producer, director and writer – across approved Screen Australia development and production funding were held by women, non-binary and/or gender diverse people.

Screen Australia and Australians in Film (AiF) announce the fifth instalment of the Talent Gateway program and the Global Producers Exchange. The initiatives are designed to support established Australian creatives to expand on skills and connect with key international decision-makers, as well as position Australian projects for success in the global market.

Screen Australia is excited to announce the appointment of Adrian Coates as Director of Strategy & Insights. A strategic leader driving transformational change across Australia’s media and cultural sectors, Adrian brings specialist experience in research and insights, policy and stakeholder engagement.

Screen Australia is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Reid as Chief Financial Officer. An accomplished public sector leader, qualified economist and accountant, Mark brings specialist knowledge in fiscal policy, government budgeting and financial management.

Applications are open for Screen Australia’s annual Future Leaders Delegation. Designed to support early-to-mid career gamemakers, this program will fund eight individuals to attend the 2026 BitSummit in Kyoto (22-24 May 2026) with $6,000 each.

Screen Australia have announced the five successful creative teams who will take part in the 2025 Audience Design Initiative.

Screen Australia has released its Corporate Plan 2025-2029, detailing the Board’s new direction as an efficient, effective and future-focused organisation, helping practitioners seize new opportunities in the modern screen landscape.

Screen Australia and YouTube Australia have announced four new projects that will share in $480,000 as part of the tenth instalment of the Skip Ahead initiative.