A new Electric Vehicle Charging Outlook for the ACT has been released, providing guidance for industry to ensure a strategic rollout of public charging stations. Minister for Emissions Reduction Shane Rattenbury said that the outlook provides industry with information on expected trends in electric vehicle uptake, population density and electricity grid capability that will help…
Three Australian Projects Headed to Sundance
by themovieboards - Editor •
Goran Stolevski’s feature debut You Won’t Be Alone, produced by Causeway Films, will make its world premiere at the renowned Sundance Film Festival along with virtual reality documentary Gondwana. Nash Edgerton’s short film Shark will also make its US premiere at the festival which will take place in person and online from 20 – 30…
Asterix the Gaul
by themovieboards - Editor •
Director Ray Goossens Starring Roger Carel & Jacques Morel Rated G Score 6/6 Gaul invaded! Asterix must save the Druid Getafix from the Romans. I’m sure there are more then a few of you out there who have read an Asterix comic book. Now it has been more then a few years since I have…
RACV Calling on Victorians to Maintain Biking Trend
by themovieboards - Editor •
RACV is calling for Victorians to maintain the trend that has seen a boom in bike riding over the last two years, citing benefits for health, daily commuting, and the economy. On the back of significant infrastructure spending and lifestyle changes brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic and associated lockdowns, bike-riding is on the rise.…
AFC Asian Qualifier to be Hosted in Melbourne in 2022
by themovieboards - Editor •
Melbourne will host the Socceroos for the first time in four years as they vie to qualify for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, which will attract tens of thousands of fans to the city and deliver an important boost to businesses and jobs. Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events Martin Pakula today announced…
The Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers Success for Toowoomba and Region
by themovieboards - Editor •
The first ever month-long program of the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers, a change from the traditional 10-day event, has reaped significant rewards for Toowoomba and the surrounding region. Chair of the Toowoomba Regional Council Environment and Community Services Committee Cr James O’Shea said data from Tourism and Events Queensland showed more than $22 million in…
Jason Reitman and Gil Kenan Sign Producing Deal with Sony Pictures
by themovieboards - Editor •
Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) have announced that Jason Reitman and Gil Kenan, Ghostbusters: Afterlife co-writing partners and Academy Award® nominees, have signed an overall producing deal with SPE. Ghostbusters: Afterlife, the sequel to the 1984 iconic film, is directed and co-written by Jason Reitman, and executive produced and co-written by Gil Kenan. Opening at #1…
Something to Consider About When Cooking Your Christmas Meal
by themovieboards - Editor •
New research from IGA released today names the iconic leg of ham as Australia’s #1 Christmas food in 2021 for the second year running. Roast pork has shot up in popularity going from number seven in 2020 to number three in 2021. But, it seems we’re falling out of love with Christmas traditions as the…
Victoria’s Big Battery – Australia’s Biggest
by themovieboards - Editor •
Victoria’s Big Battery – the biggest in the southern hemisphere − is now operating, safeguarding the state’s energy supply through our hot summer months, driving down electricity prices and supporting the state’s massive renewable energy build. Minister for Energy, Environment and Climate Change Lily D’Ambrosio have officially launched the battery, developed by renewable energy specialist…
Something to Remember While Christmas Shopping
by themovieboards - Editor •
Western Australia’s frontline biosecurity defences are focusing on mail in the lead up to Christmas to make sure no unwanted gifts arrive in the post this festive season. “Please don’t let your Christmas online shopping become a biosecurity nightmare for our farmers. Many people are unaware that popular Christmas produce like cherries, stonefruit, honey, walnuts…
Australian Avocado Survey
by themovieboards - Editor •
An Avocados Australia online research survey conducted recently found that the majority of respondents want to buy avocados grown in Australia. “These survey findings are timely as now more than ever Australian growers are keen to see Australian avocados being sold in retail stores,” Avocados Australia CEO John Tyas commented “Consumers want to buy Australian…
2021 Sounds of Australia Announced
by themovieboards - Editor •
Ten new titles have been inducted into the National Film and Sound Archive of Australia’s (NFSA) prestigious Sounds of Australia registry of sound recordings that have helped shaped Australia’s culture. “Since 2007, the Sounds of Australia Registry has become the defining list of Australia’s recorded sound history. It highlights our unique cultural development through our…
The Battle at Lake Changjin
by themovieboards - Editor •
Directors Kaige Chen, Dante Lam & Hark Tsui Starring Jing Wu, Jackson Yee & Duan Yihong Rated MA Score 5/6 1950, the People’s Volunteer Army (PVA) entered North Korea for a decisive battle in history. Under extreme freezing conditions, the troops on the Eastern Front, with fearless spirit and iron will fought the US army…
AIDC Announces First Suite of In-Person and Online Programming for 2022
by themovieboards - Editor •
The premier event for nonfiction screen content in the Southern Hemisphere – the Australian International Documentary Conference (AIDC) – has announced the first suite of in-person and online programming for its 2022 conference, including guest speakers Ted Hope, former Co-Head of Movies at Amazon Studios and trailblazing independent film producer of over 70 films including…
Celebrations for the 40th Anniversary of the Decriminalisation of Homosexuality in Victoria
by themovieboards - Editor •
Melbourne Pride, a Victorian State Government initiative delivered by Australia’s LGBTQIA+ arts and cultural experience Midsumma, will culminate the state-wide celebrations, commemorating the 40th anniversary of the decriminalisation of homosexuality in Victoria, with a street party in the Gertrude Street Precinct on Sunday 13th February. “We are thrilled to see such creativity already underway across…
Sony Pictures Television Acquires Bad Wolf Productions
by themovieboards - Editor •
Sony Pictures Television (“SPT”) have announced the acquisition of a majority stake in Cardiff-based production company Bad Wolf Ltd, the award-winning production company behind some of the most ambitious and globally-acclaimed dramas in recent years, including His Dark Materials (HBO/BBC), A Discovery Of Witches (Sky), Industry (HBO/BBC), The Night Of (HBO) and I Hate Suzie…
Halle Berry Enters Multi-Picture Feature Film Partnership With Netflix
by themovieboards - Editor •
Academy Award Winner Halle Berry and Netflix will continue to collaborate though a new partnership that will see Berry star in and produce new films. The news comes as Berry’s feature directorial debut, Bruised, released globally on Netflix last week and landed at the #1 spot in the U.S., and #2 spot on the Top…
Antoine Fuqua Forms First Look Partnership With Netflix
by themovieboards - Editor •
Director and Producer Antoine Fuqua has entered into a first-look partnership with Netflix, continuing his relationship with the studio after the highly-successful drama The Guilty starring Jake Gyllenhaal. In addition to directing, the deal will focus primarily on films, documentary features. Fuqua has also announced the renaming of his production company to “Hill District Media,”…