Queensland slashes Screen Queensland incentives, sparking industry unease
The Queensland government will reduce Screen Queensland's incentive funding by at least $13 million a year for the next two years, prompting concerns from the local film sector.
State officials announced a cut of no less than $13 million annually to the Screen Queensland incentive program for the coming two-year period. Screen Producers Australia warned that such a reduction could undermine confidence and deter future productions from choosing the state. Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate, whose city benefits heavily from film and TV work, has written to the arts minister seeking clarification on the decision. The funding change is expected to affect the broader Queensland screen ecosystem.
Why it matters
Reduced incentives could deter film and TV productions, impacting jobs and economic activity in Queensland.
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