OF AUSTRALIA
ADVANTAGES
GEOGRAPHY
Australia offers the unique advantage of being one country with almost every landscape you can imagine. It’s a continent of possibilities – a place where you can find tropical beaches, dense rainforests, sprawling deserts, and modern cities all under the same sun. Need dramatic mountains or misty forests? We have those. Golden beaches and rugged coastline? In abundance. Sweeping plains or quirky rural towns? Absolutely.
Whatever backdrop your story needs, Australia likely has a perfect match. (Fun fact: Australia is about the same size as the continental U.S., but with one-tenth the population) In short, you’ll be spoiled for choice here. For a closer look at what’s on offer, check out our LOCATIONS page for the full menu of options.
ACCESSIBILITY
Getting to Australia is easier than you might think – major cities like Sydney and Melbourne are well-served by direct flights from all over the world. It’s just an overnight flight from Los Angeles or a single stop from Europe, and boom – you’re here, ready to roll.
Once on the ground, moving around is a breeze: our infrastructure is modern, with frequent domestic flights and quality roads connecting key regions. Yes, Australia is huge (roughly the size of the US), but that just means more to explore. The main production hubs – Sydney, Melbourne, the Gold Coast, and Adelaide – have everything you need, from top-tier facilities to jaw-dropping locations within reach. And despite the distance, our time zone overlaps conveniently with the US and Europe, allowing for real-time collaboration and almost round-the-clock productivity.
Fewer people, more space, and (did we mention?) kangaroos everywhere – you’ll find Australia welcoming and easy to navigate for your production.
WORLD CLASS STUDIOS
Australia’s studio infrastructure is as impressive as its natural landscapes. In Sydney, you’ll find Fox Studios Australia (recently rebadged as Disney Studios Australia), a sprawling lot of high-spec sound stages and backlots – even cutting-edge virtual production stages used in Marvel blockbusters.
Need water work or massive set pieces? The Gold Coast’s Village Roadshow Studios offers giant sound stages and some of the largest purpose-built water tanks around, perfect for those big ocean or flood scenes. (Films like Aquaman and Pirates of the Caribbean took full advantage of these facilities.)
Down in Melbourne, Docklands Studios has upped the game with a brand-new super-sized sound stage and the world’s largest permanent LED volume screen, opening up unprecedented virtual production possibilities. It’s a playground for filmmakers looking to blend real and digital worlds seamlessly.
Over in Adelaide, the South Australian Film Corporation’s Adelaide Studios might be boutique, but they’re state-of-the-art – and paired with world-renowned post-production and VFX houses like Rising Sun Pictures, which has lent its talents to everything from X-Men films to Game of Thrones.
Wherever you go in Australia, you’ll have access to top-of-the-line gear, experienced technical crews, and studios equipped to handle productions of any scale. It’s a filmmaker’s dream: breathtaking real locations and world-class sound stages, all in one place. Australia truly delivers the goods.
CREW
Skilled, adaptable, and always ready with that famous “no worries” attitude, Aussie crews are globally respected. They’ve cut their teeth on everything from Hollywood blockbusters to high-end commercials and award-winning series. You’ll find our production teams bring ingenuity and a can-do approach to solving any challenge on set. Straight-up world-class talent working hard for the love of the craft. With English as the main language (in a variety of charming accents, of course) and a work ethic that’s second to none, collaborating with Australian crews is as smooth as it gets. Consider them an extension of your team – one that’s 100% committed to making your shoot a success.
CASTING
Australia’s rich cultural mix and storied acting tradition make for a treasure trove of casting possibilities. Our talent pool ranges from internationally renowned stars to up-and-coming actors ready to deliver breakout performances. Need comedy, drama, or high-octane action? Australian actors bring versatility, depth, and that trademark grit to any genre. The country’s diversity means you can find authentic representation of a wide range of ethnicities and backgrounds, including Indigenous Australian talent who add important voices and authenticity to storytelling. From the outback to the big city, our performers have honed their craft on stage and screen – and it shows. Whatever your story needs, we’ve got the talent here to tell it right and make it resonate.
REBATES (LONG FORM)
Yes, Australia looks amazing on screen, but it also looks great on your balance sheet. Production incentives and rebates across federal and state levels make shooting here a smart, cost-effective choice. In fact, the Australian government is keen to attract international productions, offering generous rebates (often around 30% or more of qualifying expenditure) that can significantly stretch your budget. On top of that, various states sweeten the deal with their own incentives for filming in their region. The bottom line: you get more bang for your buck filming in Australia. Reach out to our team, and we’ll walk you through the specific rebates and grant programs your project could qualify for — because saving money without compromising quality is a win-win in any language.
WORKING HOURS & VALUE
Australia’s commercial screen industry operates on either a standard 8 or 10-hour shooting workday, depending on which state you are shooting in, which tends to align nicely with US and European time zones for those daily check-ins or post-production turnovers. That means you can shoot in Sydney while your LA colleagues are still in their afternoon, keeping the collaboration flowing nearly 24/7. Beyond the clock, there’s solid value in every dollar spent here. Crew day rates and overall production costs are highly competitive, especially when you factor in the quality of output. A favourable exchange rate and the lack of hidden costs mean you’re getting serious bang for your buck. In short, you can achieve Hollywood-level results at a fraction of the usual cost, all while maintaining the highest production standards. With Australia, your budget goes further without any compromise on creative vision or technical excellence.
TRAVEL & TOURISM
When the cameras stop rolling, the adventure is just beginning. Australia offers unforgettable downtime for cast and crew alike. Fancy some thrills? You can go surfing at world-famous beaches, scuba dive or snorkel in the Great Barrier Reef, or even go skydiving over the picturesque coastline. Prefer to relax? How about sipping a glass of Shiraz in the Barossa Valley or a crisp Chardonnay in Margaret River at a top-notch winery? Into nature? Cuddle a koala, hand-feed a kangaroo, or take a sunrise hot air balloon ride over the Outback for a once-in-a-lifetime view. And city life doesn’t disappoint either: explore Melbourne’s vibrant nightlife or Sydney’s eclectic food scene and harbour cruises.
With so many incredible experiences so close to our filming locations, you’ll never have to choose between work and play. One day you might wrap a shoot and find yourself on a sunset boat ride, and the next you’re hiking through ancient rainforest. Plus, Australia is one of the safest and friendliest countries in the world, so you can relax and enjoy your time off, knowing your team and gear are secure. Our local crew is always happy to point you toward the must-see spots (and the secret local haunts) to make your Australian production experience truly unforgettable.
HOSPITALITY
Aussies are some of the friendliest people you’ll ever meet. We pride ourselves on a welcoming, laid-back hospitality that will make you feel like a local in no time. Add in world-class hotels (whether you’re into luxury high-rises or boutique beach retreats), a café culture that rivals the very best (Melbourne’s coffee, anyone?), and cuisine that’ll have you coming back for seconds (or thirds), and you’ve got a recipe for a fantastic production trip.
Craving fresh seafood by the water? A late-night food truck feast? A classic Aussie BBQ under the stars? We’ve got it all. And don’t worry – we’ll hook you up with a guide to our favourite local spots so you feel right at home from the moment you arrive. Good coffee, good food, good people – consider it our way of making sure your Aussie shoot is comfortable and downright enjoyable, on and off the set.
