2023 Bay to Birdwood registrations filling fast

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Historic vehicle owners from across the nation have jumped at the opportunity to participate in one of the world’s great historic motoring events. Organisers of the annual Bay to Birdwood have warned unregistered entrants to get in soon because the late-October event is filling up fast. Registrations opened on 1 June. Within five days, close […]

Rob Edwards performs We Shall Overcome for Lowitja O’Donoghue Oration

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The C44 team was honoured this week to produce the finale of the 2023 Lowitja O’Donoghue Oration, delivered by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, with a video of First Nations musician Rob Edwards performing We Shall Overcome. Beautifully shot by Brad Halstead with sound by Victor Ivchenko, edited by Clare Elvia and produced by Lauren Hillman, […]

Mercury Cinema board announces new vision for the future

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The new board of Mercury CX has announced its plan for a new era for the much-loved arts organisation. At the organisation’s AGM this week, the board presented its strategy for the survival of independent cinema The Mercury and the development programs Mercury CX provides to emerging filmmakers, after the organisation was left in a financially […]

Celebrate National Reconciliation Week on C44 and CTV+

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Celebrate National Reconciliation Week with a week of series, short films and docos by First Nations creatives on C44 and CTV+.   The week from 27 May to 3 June is National Reconciliation Week. Many Australians are using this week to educate themselves and others about Australia’s shared history and culture. Reconciliation is about strengthening the […]

Get dirty with Milton — indoors!

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Do you love houseplants but can’t seem to keep them from wilting? Do you want some tips and trick for keeping indoor plants in tip-top shape? Well it’s time to get dirty with Milton — indoors! Everyone’s favourite garden guru is back to show you how to care for your houseplants in Get Dirty with […]

South Australian history events now on C44 and CTV+

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Join us for many fascinating stories of South Australia on Channel 44 and CTV+. The History Trust of South Australia presents a big program events during South Australia’s History Festival (1-31 May 2023) and year-round through orations, museum exhibitions, the Talking History program and more. Now you can watch a selection of events on C44 and on-demand on CTV+, […]

Blueprint for SA screen industry workforce launched

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The South Australian screen industry now has a blueprint for training and recruiting its future workforce. The South Australian Film Corporation (SAFC) has launched an industry-led workforce development strategy to support the growth of the state’s world-class screen industry and maximise the opportunity for South Australia to secure a greater share of national and international […]

New series of youth variety show Couch 44 premieres

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Premiering Thursday 4 May at 8pm, a new series of Couch 44 is a dive into Adelaide youth culture, exploring scenes across film, music, sport, activism and more on Channel 44 and CTV+.   Six weekly episodes provide a platform for local creatives to tell their stories, share insights into their scenes and inspire young people […]

Work on Mob Talks Series 2!

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Applications are open now for the First Nations Internship Program (FNIP), an initiative of the South Australian Film Corporation (SAFC) and Channel 44 to provide career pathways for First Nations screenmakers. The FNIP will support up to five 80-hour internships in which First Nations screenmakers will be will be mentored across key creative and crew […]

Flickerfest tour comes to The Mercury!

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Flickerfest is bringing its national tour to The Mercury!   Flickerfest is Australia’s leading short film festival, now in its 32nd year! Thousands of filmmakers enter each year and the festival is going on a national tour to present films in more than fifty venues Australia-wide.  Projects selected for Flickerfest On Tour screening include Lean […]