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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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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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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260218T080000
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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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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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DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260220T170000
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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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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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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260317T180000
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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
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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
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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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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260329
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260330
DTSTAMP:20260418T023525
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260416T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260416T203000
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260624
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260713
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SUMMARY:Doc Edge Festival 2026 - Auckland
DESCRIPTION:Experience the 21st edition of New Zealand’s premier\, Oscar-qualifying Doc Edge Festival! \nFrom 24 June to 12 July\, Auckland will come alive across various venues with an extraordinary celebration of documentary storytelling.  \nThis year’s festival features world-class screenings\, thought-provoking talks\, prestigious awards\, industry networking events\, and an immersive exhibition that pushes the boundaries of documentary art. Plus\, the Doc Edge Schools Programme inspires the next generation of filmmakers and storytellers. \nStay connected for the latest updates: sign up for the Doc Edge newsletter and follow us on Facebook\, Instagram\, and LinkedIn.
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/doc-edge-festival-2026-auckland/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260731T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260802T170000
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SUMMARY:VF 48Hours 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Vista Foundation 48Hours is NZ’s largest guerrilla filmmaking competition! There is nothing quite like it. Over 10\,000 short films have been produced in the 48Hours competition over the 22 years it has run. \nOver 500 teams of filmmakers enter each year with just 48 hours to write\, shoot and cut a film with a given genre and a collection of assigned elements. Filmmakers compete for awards in their regions\, culminating in a grand final event where the national winner takes the title of Grand National Champion. \nThe Vista Foundation 48Hours aims to create a dynamic event that provides opportunities for emerging and established filmmakers to make short films in an environment that encourages innovation\, creative risk-taking\, and builds long term collaborations and community. We offer a screening opportunity and an enthusiastic inbuilt audience within the competition for teams to showcase their talent.
URL:https://shownews.co.nz/event/vf-48hours-2026/
CATEGORIES:Deadline
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