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SUMMARY:SXSW Sydney
DESCRIPTION:SXSW Sydney brings together professionals from business\, tech\, government\, health\, marketing\, creative industries and more for seven days of ideas\, innovation and inspiration. \nAt its heart\, the Conference offers 550+ sessions including keynotes\, panels\, workshops\, and conversations to help you uncover emerging trends\, challenge your thinking\, and gain practical insights. \nBut SXSW Sydney is more than a conference. The city comes alive with parties\, 300+ live music gigs\, 120+ indie games and 95 film screenings\, creating the perfect backdrop to forge new friendships\, spark collaborations and keep the conversations flowing.
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/sxsw-sydney-3/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251018T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251018T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T234503
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SUMMARY:The New Zealand Cinematographer Awards 2025
DESCRIPTION:The 8th New Zealand Cinematographer Awards shines a spotlight on the craft\, creativity\, and talent behind the wide ranging and world-class cinematography in Aotearoa.  \nThis year you will see more opportunities to cinematographers at all stages of their careers with an extended AL Guildford Awards for emerging cinematographers. With each entrant limited to one award per category the podium is further opened to a wider range of cinematographers.
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/the-new-zealand-cinematographer-awards-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251018T123000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251018T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T234503
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SUMMARY:Lighting through the Lighting Board
DESCRIPTION:NZCS and Xytech Group invite you to an afternoon in Auckland exploring ‘Lighting through the Lighting Board’ with DP Richard Bluck NZCS\, Gaffer Giles Coburn\, and Lighting Console Operator Abby Clearwater. \nThis session is designed to give cinematographers and crew working on productions of all scales valuable insight into this evolving space\, focusing on how lighting board workflows can streamline time on set and be integrated into future projects. \nThe panel will delve into how productions can harness the power of lighting control systems to achieve creative vision\, optimise workflows\, and secure budget support for the process. Richard\, Giles\, and Abby will share their experiences across high-profile projects\, examining both the advantages and challenges of integrating a lighting board into modern production. \nExpect discussion around: \nPractical strategies to plan and manage lighting board workflows on set.\nHow to communicate the creative and budget benefits of a lighting board to production.\nPitfalls to avoid when adopting this approach.\nReal-world insights from recent projects\, supported by stills\, clips\, and lighting setups.\nRSVP required. Free for NZCS Members. Non-members $45.  \nIf you’re not yet a member\, now is the perfect time to join NZCS and gain access to this event and many more at no cost. Learn more about joining here. \n When:	Saturday 18th October 2025\, 12:30 PM\n Where:	Meeting Room 2\, Pullman Hotel\, Auckland
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/lighting-through-the-lighting-board/
LOCATION:Pullman Hotel\, Meeting room 2\, Auckland
CATEGORIES:Master Class
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251018T170000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251018T233000
DTSTAMP:20260417T234503
CREATED:20251001T050452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T050452Z
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SUMMARY:NZ Production Designers Muster 2025
DESCRIPTION:‘Production Designers translate scripted words into visual reality to build cinematic worlds’ \nUnder the auspices of the International Production Designers Collective and as part of its International Production Design Week\, New Zealand film and commercial Production Designers\, Art Directors\, Set Decorators and Props Masters will come together for their bi-annual gathering in Auckland on October 18th.   \nThis will serve to celebrate and publicise the amazing professions that we work in and the variety of productions operating here in Aotearoa. \nIt’s rare that our profession assembles in one place and this sharing of recent experiences\, technological innovations\, current standards and future expectations of our industry are highly topical in these turbulent times. We will have four speakers representing a variety of levels within the profession each of whom will illuminate their specific viewpoint. \nHeld in association with AUT we will be gathering on their campus and sharing the event by inviting post-graduate students interested in joining the industry.
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/nz-production-designers-muster-2025/
LOCATION:AUT School of Art & Design\, 40 Pauls St\, Auckland
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251022T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251022T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T234503
CREATED:20250929T005146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T005146Z
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SUMMARY:Sennheiser Spectera & Merging Technologies Hands-On Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Do you have an unwavering curiosity to increase your knowledge of Audio over IP? A niggling itch to hone your understanding via the latest trends\, witness pioneering tech including interfaces and software solutions? \nOr\, do you have interest in the latest in bidirectional RF technology and how it can be applied to your current and future audio workflows? \nWell\, Broadtech in partnership with the Sennheiser Group has curated one single event to fulfill these desires! \nJoin Sennheiser ANZ Technical Applications Engineer\, Brock Whitton as he delivers you the most up-to-date and groundbreaking tech in a hands on interactive arena. \nWe will have Exclusive Giveways\, Exclusive Offers\, and both Broadtech and Sennheiser experts on hand to give you the most hands-on experience of Spectera and Merging Technologies in New Zealand!
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/sennheiser-spectera-merging-technologies-hands-on-showcase/
LOCATION:The Oakroom\, Auckland\, 17 Drake Street\, Auckland\, 1010
CATEGORIES:Master Class,Networking,Training,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251028T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251028T220000
DTSTAMP:20260417T234503
CREATED:20251022T015524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T090422Z
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SUMMARY:ShowNews Academy – The Naked Kiss
DESCRIPTION:Each month ShowNews presents a film at Academy Cinemas picked by a special film industry guest. For October\, the chosen film is Samuel Fuller’s classic THE NAKED KISS! \n“A former prostitute works to create a new life for herself in a small town\, but a shocking discovery could threaten everything.” \nThis month our guest is Geoff Fiebig from the Art Department
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/shownews-academy-the-naked-kiss/
LOCATION:Academy Cinema\, 44 Lorne St\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Screening
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251030T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251030T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T234503
CREATED:20251022T090400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T090400Z
UID:28213-1761847200-1761858000@shownews.co.nz
SUMMARY:TEQ Talks Auckland
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss TEQ Talks Auckland\, our next big night for creatives working in VFX\, animation\, and storytelling! \nJoin us Thursday 30 October from 6pm at Media Design School for drinks\, networking\, and three sharp talks from industry leaders pushing boundaries in Aotearoa and beyond. \nSpeakers\nAlexander Moruo\, Filmmaker\n Talk: Through Snow and Spirit – Crafting Winter Stories\n Discover how Alex creates richly layered animated worlds blending culture\, design\, and snow-drenched storytelling. \nHweiling Ow\, Filmmaker\n Talk: The Accidental Horror Maker\n From not watching horror to becoming one of NZ’s boldest horror voices — Hweiling shares how contradiction fuels creativity. \nAmanda Davison\, Executive VFX Producer\n Talk: People Over Pixels: A Producer’s Path Through Visual Effects\n Hear why people skills matter most in VFX from one of the country’s leading producers. \nDoors open for networking and drinks at 6:00pm | Talks begin at 7:00pm | After-party from 9:00pm at The Blue Frog (next door) \nDrinks and nibbles at MDS. After-party at The Blue Frog next door.\nFree for VFXG\, VES\, and MDS members. $10–$20 for others. \nBrought to you by: \nVES NZ | Media Design School | VFX Professionals Guild | St Leonards Brewery
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/teq-talks-auckland/
LOCATION:Media Design School\, 10 Madden St\, Auckland
CATEGORIES:Industry Talk
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251117
DTSTAMP:20260417T234503
CREATED:20250712T211154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250712T211154Z
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SUMMARY:American Film Market
DESCRIPTION:Every November\, the entire global film industry converges for the American Film Market. \nAFM is the premier film acquisition\, development and networking event where more than $1 Billion in distribution and film financing deals are closed each year on completed films and those in every stage of development. More business-oriented than any other motion picture event\, thousands of professionals from all corners of our industry come together at AFM to develop\, showcase\, discover\, finance and license 1000s of independent films and projects destined for the world’s audiences. \nAt AFM\, participants can also attend The AFM Sessions – 30+ world class conferences and panels\, and connect with the independent film community’s decision makers\, all in one convenient location. \nAFM is the only sales market produced by the Independents for our industry.
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/american-film-market/
LOCATION:Los Angeles
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251125T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251125T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T234503
CREATED:20251113T015950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T015950Z
UID:28665-1764091800-1764100800@shownews.co.nz
SUMMARY:Ngā Aho Whakaari AGM
DESCRIPTION:Join us at our Annual General Meeting either in person or online. Following the AGM\, join us for kai and whakawhanaungatanga! \nKei aku nui\, kei aku rahi\, kei aku whakatamarahi ki te rangi\, nei rā te reo mihi a Ngā Aho Whakaari e pari atu nei ki te tai whakarunga\, ki te tai whakararo\, ki ngā paringa tai tangata huri i te motu\, tēnā koutou katoa. \nKaua e rangiruatia te hāpai o te hoe; e kore tō tātou waka e ū ki uta! \nDate: Thursday 27th November\, 5:30pm. \nLocation: The Bank\, Cnr of Tūārangi Road & Great North Road\, Grey Lynn\, Auckland.   \nOnline: AGM link will be sent to all RSVP’d members closer to the date.
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/nga-aho-whakaari-agm-2/
LOCATION:The Bank\, Cnr of Tūārangi Road & Great North Road\, Grey Lynn.\, Auckland
CATEGORIES:Misc
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251125T200000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251125T220000
DTSTAMP:20260417T234503
CREATED:20251106T082843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T082843Z
UID:28488-1764100800-1764108000@shownews.co.nz
SUMMARY:ShowNews Academy - Mood Indigo
DESCRIPTION:Directed by Michel Gondry \nStarring Romain Duris\, Omar Sy\, Audrey Tautou \nEach month ShowNews presents a film at Academy Cinemas picked by a special film industry guest. For November\, the chosen film is Michel Gondry’s epic romance MOOD INDIGO! \nWealthy\, inventive bachelor Colin endeavors to find a cure for his lover Chloe after she’s diagnosed with an unusual illness caused by a flower growing in her lungs.
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/shownews-academy-mood-indigo/
LOCATION:Academy Cinema\, 44 Lorne St\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Screening
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251209T170000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251209T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T234503
CREATED:20251031T201558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T201558Z
UID:28356-1765299600-1765314000@shownews.co.nz
SUMMARY:Combined Guilds Xmas Party CHRISTCHURCH
DESCRIPTION:It’s been another interesting year for Aotearoa’s screen industry\, now it’s time to reflect\, raise a glass\, and celebrate together! \nJoin the writers\, directors\, editors\, actors\, stunties\, crew\, producers\, postproduction and VFX magicians and all the screen creators who keep the cameras rolling and the stories flowing. \nThe Combined Guilds Xmas Parties are your chance to reconnect with old friends\, meet new collaborators\, and enjoy a well-earned festive catch-up with good people who get it. \nWhat’s included: \nYour $10 ticket covers a bar tab and snacks \nA warm\, welcoming mix of industry whānau across all screen guilds \nThe perfect chance to unwind\, swap stories\, and toast to another creative year \nWhether you’ve been on set\, in post\, behind the scenes\, or in front of the camera\, come celebrate the people who make Aotearoa’s screen industry what it is\, one big circus family.
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/combined-guilds-xmas-party-christchurch/
LOCATION:Dux Central\, 144 Lichfield Street\, Christchurch
CATEGORIES:Misc
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251211T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251211T220000
DTSTAMP:20260417T234503
CREATED:20251031T201829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T201829Z
UID:28362-1765476000-1765490400@shownews.co.nz
SUMMARY:Combined Guilds Xmas Party AUCKLAND
DESCRIPTION:It’s been another interesting year for Aotearoa’s screen industry\, now it’s time to reflect\, raise a glass\, and celebrate together! \nJoin the writers\, directors\, editors\, actors\, stunties\, crew\, producers\, postproduction and VFX magicians and all the screen creators who keep the cameras rolling and the stories flowing. \nThe Combined Guilds Xmas Parties are your chance to reconnect with old friends\, meet new collaborators\, and enjoy a well-earned festive catch-up with good people who get it. \nWhat’s included: \nYour $10 ticket covers a bar tab and snacks \nA warm\, welcoming mix of industry whānau across all screen guilds \nThe perfect chance to unwind\, swap stories\, and toast to another creative year \nWhether you’ve been on set\, in post\, behind the scenes\, or in front of the camera\, come celebrate the people who make Aotearoa’s screen industry what it is\, one big circus family. \nTickets: $10 per person – includes bar tab + snacks \nDress code: Come as you are (festive flair welcome!)
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/combined-guilds-xmas-party-auckland-2/
LOCATION:Longroom\, 114 Ponsonby Road\, Auckland
CATEGORIES:Misc
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251216
DTSTAMP:20260417T234503
CREATED:20251204T232956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T232956Z
UID:29064-1765756800-1765843199@shownews.co.nz
SUMMARY:Doc Edge Festival 2026 - Regular Submission Deadline
DESCRIPTION:NZ filmmakers — submissions for Doc Edge Festival 2026 are now open!\nDoc Edge invites Aotearoa’s documentary community to submit films for the 21st edition of the festival. They are looking for powerful New Zealand stories across shorts and features\, as well as immersive\, from emerging voices to established creatives working in the factual and hybrid space. \nSelected films will screen as part of New Zealand’s Oscar®-qualifying documentary festival\, and top local awards include major cash prizes and Oscar® consideration for 2027.\n🏆 Best NZ Feature: $10\,000 cash prize + Oscar® consideration\n🏆 Best NZ Short: $2\,500 cash prize + Oscar® consideration \nSubmissions via FilmFreeway.\n📅 Regular deadline: 15 December 2025\n📅 Late deadline: 31 January 2026\nBe part of Aotearoa’s leading documentary platform and showcase your work to local and international audiences.
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/doc-edge-festival-2026-regular-submission-deadline/
CATEGORIES:Deadline,Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Doc Edge":MAILTO:info@docedge.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251218T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251218T220000
DTSTAMP:20260417T234503
CREATED:20251031T204049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T204049Z
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SUMMARY:Combined Guilds Xmas Party WELLINGTON
DESCRIPTION:It’s been another interesting year for Aotearoa’s screen industry\, now it’s time to reflect\, raise a glass\, and celebrate together! \nJoin the writers\, directors\, editors\, actors\, stunties\, crew\, producers\, postproduction and VFX magicians and all the screen creators who keep the cameras rolling and the stories flowing. \nThe Combined Guilds Xmas Parties are your chance to reconnect with old friends\, meet new collaborators\, and enjoy a well-earned festive catch-up with good people who get it. \nWhat’s included: \nYour $10 ticket covers a bar tab and snacks \nA warm\, welcoming mix of industry whānau across all screen guilds \nThe perfect chance to unwind\, swap stories\, and toast to another creative year \nWhether you’ve been on set\, in post\, behind the scenes\, or in front of the camera\, come celebrate the people who make Aotearoa’s screen industry what it is\, one big circus family. \nTickets: $10 per person – includes bar tab + snacks \nDress code: Come as you are (festive flair welcome!)
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/combined-guilds-xmas-party-wellington/
LOCATION:Southern Cross Garden Bar\, 39 Abel Smith Street\, Wellington\, 6011
CATEGORIES:Misc
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260117
DTSTAMP:20260417T234503
CREATED:20251204T225411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T232701Z
UID:29043-1768521600-1768607999@shownews.co.nz
SUMMARY:Doc Edge Pitch 2026 - Early bird Submission Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Submissions are now open for Doc Edge Pitch 2026 — New Zealand’s premier platform for developing and showcasing new documentary projects. \nDoc Edge is seeking compelling factual projects (shorts\, features\, and series) in development\, production or rough-cut stage. Selected teams will pitch to international and local decision makers and receive mentoring\, industry access\, and networking opportunities during the festival. \nOpen to both NZ and international filmmakers.\n📅 Early Bird deadline: 16 January 2026\n📍 Pitching takes place during Doc Edge Festival 2026\n🔗 Full details & application: https://docedge.nz/programme/industry/pitch/
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/doc-edge-pitch-early-bird-submission-deadline/
CATEGORIES:Deadline
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ORGANIZER;CN="Doc Edge":MAILTO:info@docedge.nz
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260127T193000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260127T220000
DTSTAMP:20260417T234503
CREATED:20260104T222616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T222616Z
UID:29330-1769542200-1769551200@shownews.co.nz
SUMMARY:ShowNews Academy - The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance (1962)
DESCRIPTION:Directed by John Ford \nStarring Vera Miles\, James Stewart\, John Wayne\, Lee Marvin\, John Carradine \nCome along and hear Chris Short introduce John Ford’s Oscar-nominated western\, The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance\, starring John Wayne\, James Stewart and Lee Marvin as Liberty. \nWhy this film? Because the screening is a tribute to Lee Tamahori\, and the film was a favourite of his – in fact it was the last film he watched before passing away last month. The Academy will be donating the evening’s takings to the Vista Foundation. \n“Director Ford brings us to the lawless frontier village of Shinbone\, a town plagued by a larger-than-life nemesis\, Liberty Valance (Marvin). Stewart plays the bungling but charming big-city lawyer determined to rid Shinbone of Valance\, and he finds that he has an unlikely ally in the form of a rugged local rancher (Wayne). The two men also share the same love interest (Miles). But when the final showdown becomes inevitable\, one of the two will attempt to get the gunman . . . and the other one will wind up getting the gal.”
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/shownews-academy-the-man-who-shot-liberty-valance-1962/
LOCATION:Academy Cinema\, 44 Lorne St\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Networking,Screening
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260131
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260201
DTSTAMP:20260417T234503
CREATED:20251204T233237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T233237Z
UID:29069-1769817600-1769903999@shownews.co.nz
SUMMARY:Doc Edge Festival 2026 - Late Submission Deadline
DESCRIPTION:NZ filmmakers — submissions for Doc Edge Festival 2026 are now open!\nDoc Edge invites Aotearoa’s documentary community to submit films for the 21st edition of the festival. They are looking for powerful New Zealand stories across shorts and features\, as well as immersive\, from emerging voices to established creatives working in the factual and hybrid space. \nSelected films will screen as part of New Zealand’s Oscar®-qualifying documentary festival\, and top local awards include major cash prizes and Oscar® consideration for 2027.\n🏆 Best NZ Feature: $10\,000 cash prize + Oscar® consideration\n🏆 Best NZ Short: $2\,500 cash prize + Oscar® consideration \nSubmissions via FilmFreeway.\n📅 Late deadline: 31 January 2026\nBe part of Aotearoa’s leading documentary platform and showcase your work to local and international audiences.
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/doc-edge-festival-2026-late-submission-deadline/
CATEGORIES:Deadline,Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Doc Edge":MAILTO:info@docedge.nz
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260216
DTSTAMP:20260417T234503
CREATED:20251204T233414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T233414Z
UID:29074-1771113600-1771199999@shownews.co.nz
SUMMARY:Doc Edge Festival 2026 - Extended Submission Deadline
DESCRIPTION:NZ filmmakers — submissions for Doc Edge Festival 2026 are now open!\nDoc Edge invites Aotearoa’s documentary community to submit films for the 21st edition of the festival. They are looking for powerful New Zealand stories across shorts and features\, as well as immersive\, from emerging voices to established creatives working in the factual and hybrid space. \nSelected films will screen as part of New Zealand’s Oscar®-qualifying documentary festival\, and top local awards include major cash prizes and Oscar® consideration for 2027.\n🏆 Best NZ Feature: $10\,000 cash prize + Oscar® consideration\n🏆 Best NZ Short: $2\,500 cash prize + Oscar® consideration \nSubmissions via FilmFreeway.\n📅 Extended deadline: 15 February 2026\nBe part of Aotearoa’s leading documentary platform and showcase your work to local and international audiences.
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/doc-edge-festival-2026-extended-submission-deadline/
CATEGORIES:Deadline,Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Doc Edge":MAILTO:info@docedge.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260216T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260216T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T234503
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SUMMARY:The Approach - Feature Film Workshop (Applications Close Date)
DESCRIPTION:An inspiring workshop series has been launched for NZ Directors\, Writers and Producers approaching production of their first dramatic feature.  \nDeveloped and led by Rob Sarkies (Pike River) The Approach has been designed to help bridge the gap for emerging feature filmmakers between experience on small or short-form productions and the demands of larger scale independent features.  \nThe programme comprises in-person weekend workshops\, follow-up sessions and targeted support for filmmakers. It is aimed at emerging NZ directors prepping for their first dramatic feature\, development teams and producers seeing to build their creative producing skills.  \nThree Weekend Workshops are being offered in Auckland and Wellington between April and June: \nWorkshop 1:  Holding the Film – Directing Process from Page to Picture (for directors) \nWorkshop 2:  Development Craft and Collaboration for Creative Teams \nWorkshop 3:  Shepherding Creativity  for producers. \nThe series has been supported by the NZFC Industry Led Talent Development Fund and is offered at no cost to participants and applications close 16 February 2026
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/the-approach-feature-film-workshop-applications-close-date/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260216T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260323T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T234503
CREATED:20260216T203046Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Vincent Burke Scholarship
DESCRIPTION:Spada is proud to open nominations for the 2026 Vincent Burke Scholarship\, which aims to support the next generation of New Zealand producers by providing an annual grant of$5\,000 to assist the advancement of their projects\, companies\, or careers. \n2026 marks the second year this scholarship is offered with the inaugural 2025 Vincent Burke Scholarship awarded to Joyce Wong. \nIn loving memory of her brother\, Wendy Pringle generously bequeathed proceeds from Vincent’s estate to Spada to establish this Scholarship\, dedicated to supporting emerging producers—a cause Vincent championed throughout his remarkable career. \nSpada would also like to thank Vincent’s longtime colleague Laurie Clarke for his help in establishing this Scholarship.  \nVincent Burke worked in the New Zealand screen industry for over 30 years and was noted for addressing social issues and stories from everyday life. His production company Top Shelf created many award-winning documentaries and factual series including ‘All About Eve’ (1991)\, ‘Cinema of Unease’ (1996) and the ambitious ‘Frontier of Dreams’ (2004). Vincent also had a love of drama\, producing ‘Flight of the Albatross’ (1995) and co-producing ‘Predicament’ (2010). In more recent years he produced feature documentary ‘100 Men’ (2017) and was an executive producer on the first Tongan feature film ‘For My Father’s Kingdom’ (2019).  \nVincent was widely respected as an “elder statesman” of our industry. As President of Spada during its days as the NZ Film & Video Training Board\, he made a lasting impact. In 2012\, Vincent was awarded the Spada/Databook Industry Champion Award in recognition of his remarkable career and his dedication to mentoring\, mediating\, and supporting the industry\, its people\, and their stories.  \nVincent’s enduring legacy lives on through the opportunity created by the Vincent Burke Scholarship\, which aims to empower the next generation of New Zealand screen producers.
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/2026-vincent-burke-scholarship/
CATEGORIES:Deadline
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ORGANIZER;CN="SPADA":MAILTO:https://www.spada.co.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260218T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260218T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T234503
CREATED:20260204T094854Z
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SUMMARY:Screen Canterbury Production Grant Applications Open
DESCRIPTION:$67\,500 will be distributed to eligible productions by an independent advisory panel made up of established members of industry. \nIf you have any questions\, please email welcome@screencanterbury.nz to organise a chat.  \nWe have also kicked off work on a refreshed long-term strategy. I am looking forward to building on the good work done to date and discovering new opportunities to grow and support the screen sector and the wider creative industries to deliver economic impact.
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/screen-canterbury-production-grant-applications-open/
CATEGORIES:Deadline
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260221
DTSTAMP:20260417T234503
CREATED:20251204T232311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T232311Z
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SUMMARY:Doc Edge Pitch 2026 - Regular Submission Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Submissions are open for Doc Edge Pitch 2026 — New Zealand’s premier platform for developing and showcasing new documentary projects. \nDoc Edge is seeking compelling factual projects (shorts\, features\, and series) in development\, production or rough-cut stage. Selected teams will pitch to international and local decision makers and receive mentoring\, industry access\, and networking opportunities during the festival. \nOpen to both NZ and international filmmakers.\n📅 Regular deadline: 20 February 2026\n📍 Pitching takes place during Doc Edge Festival 2026\n🔗 Full details & application: https://docedge.nz/programme/industry/pitch/
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/doc-edge-pitch-2026-regular-submission-deadline/
CATEGORIES:Deadline
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ORGANIZER;CN="Doc Edge":MAILTO:info@docedge.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260220T084500
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260220T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T234503
CREATED:20260205T000650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T000650Z
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SUMMARY:ScreenSafe's Professional Respect Training
DESCRIPTION:ScreenSafe’s Professional Respect Training Project was developed to support WORKSAFE’s health & safety guidelines around harassment. \nThe course will address predominately sexual harassment and also includes bullying\, harassment\, definitions\, disclosures\, and respectful behaviours in the workplace. Be a part of this screen sector culture change and help make the sector a safe environment for everyone. \nThe initiative is designed and implemented by ScreenSafe and we are very grateful for the ongoing financial support from the New Zealand Film Commission and NZ on Air. \nScreenSafe encourages everyone in a position of responsibility to upskill accordingly. \nNumbers for each workshop are limited to 20\, so book your space now
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/screensafes-professional-respect-training/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260312T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260312T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T234503
CREATED:20260201T230705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T230705Z
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SUMMARY:WIFT Awards 2026
DESCRIPTION:Forget everything you think you know about awards ceremonies. Yes\, we’re celebrating incredible women across our industry. From emerging talents to legends who’ve shaped New Zealand screen. But this is no stuffy gala… \nYou walk into the stunning St Matthew-in-the-City\, welcome drink in hand. The room is buzzing. MC Kate Rodger brings the laughs and the heart. Surprises unfold throughout the night (we’re not spoiling them; you’ll have to be there). And when the formalities wrap? The dance floor opens\, and we raise the roof. \nYour ticket gets you:\nEntry to an unforgettable night of celebration\nOpen bar (yes\, really! Thanks to the legends at FAT Lighting)\nDelicious canapés courtesy of Little Wolf Catering\nSurprise appearances\nA room full of brilliant\, inspiring screen industry people\nA chance to dust off that formal outfit\nAll for a price that won’t break the bank \nWhether you’re flying solo or bringing your crew (all genders welcome)\, this is the highlight of our social calendar. \nCheck out some of the nominees here:
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/wift-awards-2026/
LOCATION:St Matthew-in-the-City
CATEGORIES:Awards
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ORGANIZER;CN="WIFT":MAILTO:office@wiftnz.org.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260317T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260317T220000
DTSTAMP:20260417T234503
CREATED:20260304T233511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T233511Z
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SUMMARY:Shooting A Remarkable Place To Die: A Conversation with Dave Cameron NZCS ACS
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Queenstown for a relaxed evening with cinematographer Dave Cameron NZCS ACS\, as he talks through his work on the TV series A Remarkable Place To Die. \nIn a rare opportunity\, the producers have generously allowed us to host this event on the actual set at The Remarkables Studio. Dave will walk through how the opening sequence from Season 1 was shot and share some of the practical realities of filming in one of the most beautiful\, and sometimes challenging\, parts of the country. \nWhile big international productions can throw huge resources at a project\, New Zealand drama often has to work a little differently. Dave will discuss how he approaches shooting within those constraints and the techniques he uses to achieve strong results on a local drama budget. \nFor our South Island members especially\, it’s a great chance to catch up in person\, hear directly from one of our leading cinematographers\, ask a few questions\, and spend a bit of time on a working studio set. There may even be a chance for a quick wander through the set if time allows. \nWHEN: Tuesday 17 March. Doors open 6 PM\, with presentation kicking off at 7 PM\nWHERE: Remarkables Studios\, Hawthorne Drive\, Frankton\, Queenstown \nFree for NZCS members | $40 for non-members\nAttendance limited – reserve your seat now. \nNot a member yet? Join now and attend this and other great events for free.\nLearn more about membership here. \nREGISTER HERE \nWith support from Film Queenstown Lakes and Film Otago Southland
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/shooting-a-remarkable-place-to-die-a-conversation-with-dave-cameron-nzcs-acs/
CATEGORIES:Industry Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260318T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260318T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T234503
CREATED:20260311T020251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T020251Z
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SUMMARY:Where We Come From: The Writers' Journey
DESCRIPTION:Where We Come From: The Writers’ Journey brings together practitioners\, academics and critics to reflect on the role of film and television in helping us understand ourselves and each other. Each city in the series (Wellington\, Christchurch and Auckland) will feature a different line-up of panellists\, highlighting the unique heritage of our storytellers. \nScreenwriters shape the stories that appear on our screens. This conversation examines where those stories came from\, how the industry evolved\, and where storytelling may head next. \nFull Wellington line-up:\nDave Armstrong – playwright\, screenwriter and television writing mentor\nDr Trisha Dunleavy – academic specialising in television and screen industries\nWhetū Fala – Māori language storyteller with Pasifika heritage. Producing work across television and documentary\nJohn Smythe – writer\, critic and former NZWG National President\nRosie Howells – screenwriter and script editor working across contemporary television development \nJoin us for an evening reflecting on the whakapapa of screenwriting in Aotearoa. \nSecure your ticket now and join the conversation! \nWednesday 18 March 2026\, 7pm\nThe Cinema at Massey University\nWellington \nTicket Information:\nNZWG\, Ngā Aho Whakaari\, PASC & PISA Members: $25.00 each\nGeneral Admission: $40.00 each\nStudent Admission: $10.00 each
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/where-we-come-from-the-writers-journey/
LOCATION:The Cinema at Massey University\, Block 10\, Buckle Street\, Entrance D from Tory Street\, Wellington
CATEGORIES:Industry Talk,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260324T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260328T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T234503
CREATED:20260211T232139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T232139Z
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SUMMARY:MĀORILAND FILM FESTIVAL
DESCRIPTION:MĀORILAND CHARITABLE TRUST OPERATES FROM THE MĀORILAND HUB IN ŌTAKI\, A CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IN MĀORI AND INDIGENOUS SCREEN AND CREATIVE ARTS. \nMāoriland is a Māori-led organisation grounded in a holistic\, kaupapa Māori worldview. We believe in the power of the arts to uplift\, connect\, and transform lives. \nWe deliver a year-round ecosystem of events and programmes that support artists to thrive\, share their stories\, and grow their practice. \nThrough these activities\, we contribute to a vibrant global Indigenous creative sector and a future where communities thrive socially\, culturally\, and economically. \nMāoriland is nurturing a generation of confident\, connected storytellers – strengthening cultural identity\, improving wellbeing\, and building a more inclusive Aotearoa. \nOur social investment through the Māoriland Film Festival alone delivered $23 million into the local community (2014-2024 data). \nOur activities are guided by the pou\, the ridgepoles that underpin all our activities; koakoa\, ohooho\, manaakitanga & kōtahitanga.
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/maoriland-film-festival-2/
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260326T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260326T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T234503
CREATED:20260125T195553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260125T195553Z
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SUMMARY:Te Taumata Toi-a-Iwi / Auckland Council
DESCRIPTION:Strengthening Governance in the Creative Sector event  \nExperienced creative sector governors are invited by Auckland Council and Te Taumata Toi-a-Iwi to join Strengthening Governance in the Creative Sector. If you are ready to take your leadership to the next level\, this programme is an opportunity to refresh\, learn\, grow\, and connect.  It is designed to build on your governance foundations and strengthen governance practice across the sector. \nOver three half-day\, in-person sessions\, you will have opportunities to: \n•	Deepen your understanding of effective governance\n•	Reflect on your own and your board’s governance practices\, and identify ways to enhance these\n•	Explore current governance challenges and opportunities to strengthen impact\n•	Connect with peers and share insights through facilitated discussion\n•	Gain tailored insights from experienced governance professionals
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/te-taumata-toi-a-iwi-auckland-council/
CATEGORIES:Master Class
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ORGANIZER;CN="Te Taumata Toi-a-Iwi":MAILTO:info@tetaumatatoiaiwi.org.nz
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260329
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260330
DTSTAMP:20260417T234503
CREATED:20251204T232454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T232621Z
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SUMMARY:Doc Edge Pitch 2026 – Late Submission Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Submissions are open for Doc Edge Pitch 2026 — New Zealand’s premier platform for developing and showcasing new documentary projects. \nDoc Edge is seeking compelling factual projects (shorts\, features\, and series) in development\, production or rough-cut stage. Selected teams will pitch to international and local decision makers and receive mentoring\, industry access\, and networking opportunities during the festival. \nOpen to both NZ and international filmmakers.\n📅 Late deadline: 29 March 2026\n📍 Pitching takes place during Doc Edge Festival 2026\n🔗 Full details & application: https://docedge.nz/programme/industry/pitch/
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/doc-edge-pitch-2026-late-submission-deadline/
CATEGORIES:Deadline
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ORGANIZER;CN="Doc Edge":MAILTO:info@docedge.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260416T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260416T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T234503
CREATED:20260311T020742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T020742Z
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SUMMARY:MASTERCLASS: What You Need to Create a Series with Rachel Lang
DESCRIPTION:Join Award winning screenwriter Rachel Lang MNZM as she walks us through the elements needed to create a fabulous TV series proposal. \nIf you want to make your idea a reality join our online masterclass to get tips from one of the best.  Rachel’s name is all over New Zealand Television – Outrageous Fortune\, Go Girls\, Nothing Trivial\, The Almighty Johnsons\, Mercy Peak\, the Blue Rose\, Filthy Rich\, to mention a few…. \nCome to this online Masterclass with Rachel as she shares her knowledge. Learn about the essential requirements of a television series proposal.     \nThe session includes a presentation followed by dedicated time for Q&A. \nThursday April 16 2026\n7 – 8.30pm\, online. \nTicket Information:\nNZWG\, Ngā Aho Whakaari\, PASC & PISA Members: $5.00 each\nGeneral Admission: $10.00 each \nPurchase Tickets:\nhttps://events.humanitix.com/masterclass-what-you-need-to-create-a-series-with-rachel-lang/tickets
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/masterclass-what-you-need-to-create-a-series-with-rachel-lang/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:Industry Talk,Master Class
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