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Have you ever wondered about the city which houses the famous Western Australia Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA), where famous Aussie actors Hugh Jackman, Frances O'Connor, Jai Courtney and Jim Jefferies studied? Well, the Screenwest team has blessed us with charming locations in our monthly Australian Location Spotlight. Treat your eyes to the delicious capital city of Western Australia, Perth.

A warm welcome to our newest members: Aerial Film Australia (AFA), experts in helicopter and fixed wing filming, and Ajuria Lawyers, who provide exceptional assistance relating to anything and everything immigration. Please check out their company profiles below and get in touch.

See how Ausfilm Members are marching into the cool autumn breeze with news from Mod, Method StudiosILMMr. X and TAG. Plus lots of updates from the state screen agencies!

Are you following us on Instagram? Check out our latest content in our Insta Highlights: March's Location Spotlight, What Our Members Are Up To and that's just the beginning!

Happy reading and stay safe,

The Ausfilm Team

LOCATION SPOTLIGHT: Western Australia

Screenwest presents the vibrant and versatile capital of Western Australia - the Perth Metro area.

From a thriving metropolis to a look-a-like UK High Street to a small harbour side town, with pristine beaches, rolling hills and even an island paradise, Western Australia’s capital city Perth has it all.

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MEET OUR NEW MEMBERS

CURIOUS ABOUT AERIAL HELICOPTER FILMING?

Aerial Film Australia (AFA) specialise in helicopter and fixed wing filming, armed with cutting-edge equipment and logistical expertise.

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CONFUSED ABOUT CORPORATE IMMIGRATION?

Ajuria Lawyers provide advice and assistance with everything from visas to immigration strategies, compliance to lobbying and communications.

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WHAT OUR MEMBERS ARE UP TO

ILM WELCOMES ICONIC BAFTA NOMINEE

BAFTA-nominated Visual Effects Supervisor Frazer Churchill relocated to Sydney from London to join the VFX powerhouse.

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AN UPDATE FROM METHOD MELBOURNE

Method Studios are currently in production on shows for Warner Bros., Paramount Pictures, Sony, New Line Cinema, Netflix and Marvel.

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MAKE WAY FOR MR. X'S NEW HEAD OF PRODUCTION

MR. X Adelaide’s Thandiwe Philips chats about her experience in the industry and what sets Australia apart in the global VFX market.

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MOD: YOUR GO-TO DATA WRANGLER

Known for production services, Mod also provides Software-As-Service and Consulting through its other in-house brand, Rack&Pin.

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HOW TO TRAVEL TO AUSTRALIA & QUARANTINE

Ausfilm travel member, TAG are experts on biosecurity measures and travel restrictions currently in place to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.

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THE STATE OF THE STATES

SCREENWEST APPOINTS NEW CEO

Rikki Lea Bestall’s appointment coincides with the completion of a three-year contract by current CEO, Willie Rowe.

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US DIPLOMATS VISIT STUDIOS IN QUEENSLAND

U.S. Embassy Chargé d'Affaires and Consul General received a tour of Screen Queensland Studios, Brisbane and Village Roadshow Studios, Gold Coast.

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A SMASH OPENING WEEKEND IN S.A.

South Australia is in the international spotlight again with the release of the highly anticipated blockbuster Mortal Kombat.

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LOOKING FOR TASSIE CREW?

Screen Tasmania has just launched their brand new Crew and Facilities online database, aiming to further Tasmania’s reputation as a desirable filming location.

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ALL-STAR AUSSIE CAST SHOOTING IN VICTORIA

Production is currently underway in Victoria of Fires, an anthology drama about the catastrophic Australian fire season of 2019 and 2020.

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NSW-MADE DOCOS STAND OUT AT HOT DOCS

I’m Wanita, Firestarter: The Story of Bangarra, and Playing With Sharks have been selected for Hot Docs International Documentary Festival, Canada.

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ICYMI

FUSEFX ACQUIRES ADELAIDE-BASED RSP

FuseFX, an award-winning VFX company, is pleased to announce its acquisition of Rising Sun Pictures, headquartered in South Australia.

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NSW WELCOMES MAD MAX PREQUEL

Academy Award® winner George Miller's Furiosa will become the largest production to ever be filmed in NSW when filming begins this year.

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LATEST ON AUSFILM'S INSTAGRAM

Interested in seeing more of what our Members have been up to? What about March's Location Spotlight? Head to our Highlights on our Instagram! 

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