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Film Broken HillFilm Broken Hill
Location The region is located in Far Western NSW, Australia. The area stretches over 147,142 sq km or 18% of the state. The desert land begins 50kms from the border of South Australia to as far north as the Queensland border and down south to the Victorian border Contact Corey Spiteri Position Film Contact Officer (FCO) Phone (08) 80803560 Switch Phone (08) 80889700, (08) 80878130 Fax (08) 80803578 Email spiteric@brokenhill.nsw.gov.au Website http://www.filmbrokenhill.com Description Broken Hill is the gateway to the outback providing access to much photographed desert-scapes and dusty plains, amid the vivid shades of red and blue that characterise the harsh interior of Australia.
The varied locations of the region include the ghost town of Silverton, sheep stations, the rippling waters of the Menindee Lakes and Darling River, native flora and fauna of Kinchega, lunar landscapes of White Cliffs opal fields, the Walls of China in Mungo National Park and the rugged rock ranges of Mutawintji.
Film Broken Hill has an impressive pedigree with over 30 years of production experience. The region has played host to over fifty feature film and television productions as well as hundreds of television commercials. Credits include the Australian classics of Mad Max II, The Adventures of Priscilla Queen of the Desert and Dirty Deeds, as well as large international productions such as Mission Impossible II.
Film Broken Hill can provide information on location and production services. -
Film Central NSWFilm Central NSW
Address Filmcentral NSW PMB 17 Bathurst NSW 2795 Contact Sonia Rudd / Sarah Conolan Position Central NSW Councils Learning & Development Manager / Filmcentral NSW Support Officer Phone (02) 63319246 Fax (02) 63317211 Email sarah.conolan@centroc.com.au Website http://www.filmcentralnsw.com Description The filmcentral region embraces 20 Local Government Areas: Bathurst, Blayney, Boorowa, Cabonne, Cowra, Forbes, Harden, Lithgow, Lachlan, Oberon, Orange, Parkes, Upper Lachlan, Wellington, Weddin, Young, Gilgandra, Dubbo, Warrumbungles and Hay. -
Film New England North WestFilm New England North West
Contact Jack Ritchie Phone (02) 67323888 Fax (02) 67324995 Website http://www.filmnenw.com.au Description The New England North West region of New South Wales is home to some of the most beautiful and diverse scenery in Australia. From the mountains to the plains you'll find brilliant blue skies, vast open landscapes, rolling green hills and a cool mountain climate. Easy accessibility from Sydney or Brisbane by air, road and rail makes New England North West an ideal place to shoot your next production.
Film New England North West links organisations in the region and is a contact point for filming, providing support and referrals to assist you with your filming requirements and make your production a smooth and rewarding experience. -
Northern Rivers ScreenworksNorthern Rivers Screenworks
Location The Northern Rivers region of NSW encompasses the area from the Clarence Valley and Grafton to the Queensland border, including Ballina, Byron Bay, Kyogle, Lismore, Richmond and Tweed valleys. Contact Jill Moonie Position General Manager Phone (02) 66871599 Fax (02) 66871899 Email gm@screenworks.com.au, info@screenworks.com.au Website http://www.screenworks.com.au Description The Northern Rivers is famous for its beautiful waterways where rivers and creeks meander through lush green valleys and towering forests. The coastal and subtropical landscapes contain some of NSW's most dramatic rainforest scenery and the world's second largest extinct volcano, the soaring Mount Warning.
The architecture of the quaint historic villages is accentuated by the proximity to impressive tropical plantations, eerie eucalypt forests and sun-drenched cane fields. The varied terrain hides waterfalls and big rivers and also houses cattle farms and fishing fleets.
The region is also known for its cluster of alternative, cultural and knowledge industries, with a growing population of artists, writers and filmmakers - skilled in both technical and creative elements of the industry.
Northern Rivers Screenworks can provide information on locations and production services in the region.
Recently, the Northern Rivers region hosted the first series of the ABC production East of Everything. -
Screen Hunter Central CoastScreen Hunter Central Coast
Contact Annette Hubber Position General Manager Phone (02) 49784014 Fax (02) 49295948 Email annette@screenhuntercentralcoast.com.au Website http://www.screenhuntercentralcoast.com.au Description The Hunter and Central Coast region has a population of 866,000, over 300km of coastline and covers an area of 32,900km2. We're home to spectacular valleys and mountain ranges, tranquil forests, sparse rural landscapes, unspoilt beaches, rivers and waterways, heritage architecture, charming country towns and sprawling vineyards just to name a few.
Screen Hunter Central Coast markets the regions as filming destinations and is a one-stop-shop for filming approvals, location scouting assistance and sourcing of local crew and services.
SHCC facilitates the processing of permits for all council areas within the Hunter and Central Coast regions (Cessnock, Dungog, Gloucester, Gosford, Great Lakes, Lake Macquarie, Maitland, Muswellbrook, Newcastle, Port Stephens, Singleton, Upper Hunter, Wyong), as well as for Maitland Gaol, Stockton Beach and Sand Dunes, and Hunter region National Parks & Wildlife Services. -
Screen South EastScreen South East
Location 281 Goyder Ave, Narrabundah ACT 2604 Contact Annette Hurda Position Screen Liaison (FCO) Phone (02) 62970933 Fax (02) 62970911 Email annette@capitalregion.org.au Website http://www.capitalregion.org.au Description The Capital Region Development Board covers South East NSW to assist filmmakers coming in to the region.
The Australian 'Capital Region' is one of Australia's most interesting and diverse areas. Home to the nation's vibrant capital, the region boasts unique locations that include rich agricultural plains, the 'high country', the pristine environments of the far south coast - rivers, lakes and forests - and Australia's premier ski resorts in the Snowy Mountains.
The High Country of Australia is home to the highest mountain range in the country and a thriving ski industry. A number of successful TV series and films have been shot here, including 'The Well', 'Somersault' and 'Jindabyne'. This region also features the treeless Monaro plains, which are studded with alien boulder formations, and the huts and homesteads of early European settlers.
Low pollution levels combined with clarity of light and consistent weather patterns make this region excellent for film production.
The CRDB represents a fast-growing community of filmmakers, production houses and allied services. We are dedicated to assisting and developing the local film, television and digital media industry sectors. The staff at the CRDB understand producers' needs. Time is often limited and we see it as our job to assist you in every way possible, so that your production runs as smoothly as possible. Our services are free. -
ScreenlinksScreenlinks
Contact Christina Hyde Position Manager (FCO) Phone (02) 6648 5483 Fax (02) 66521888 Email info@screenlinks.org Website http://www.screenlinks.org Description The Mid North Coast and Armidale regions of NSW encompass a combination of rare and impressive natural locations, sheltered bays, coastal dunes, rocky headlands, breakwaters and working lighthouses, world heritage rainforests to elegant cathedrals, pastoral homesteads, heritage buildings, museums and galleries in the Armidale region, providing filmmakers with a diverse range of locations for any production.
The area is bordered by the Pacific Ocean on the east and extends inland to Armidale, midway between Sydney and Brisbane, within easy access to airports at Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbour, Newcastle, Taree and Armidale.
ScreenLinks provides a range of free services to save filmmakers time and money by providing them with accurate information, assistance to help find that right location, guide them through the simple film permitting procedures in the region, and put them in touch with local people and businesses.
Past productions include: Khule Asman Ke Neche (Under The Open Sky) - Indian/Pakistani feature (2005), Superman Returns - USA feature (2005), Bondi Tsunami - Aust./Japanese feature (2004) , Surf Girls - MTV reality TV series (2003), Danny Deckchair - Aust. Feature (2002), Eden - UK reality TV series (2002), Everyday Brave - Aust. TV series (2001), Always Afternoon - Aust. TV series (1987), The Umbrella Woman - Aust. feature (1987), Sword of Honour - Aust. feature (1985), The Winds Of Jarrah - Aust. feature (1983), The Chant of Jimmy Blacksmith - Aust. feature (1978) Eliza Fraser - Aust. feature (1976), and Boney - Aust. TV series (1972).
