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Goldywood
Goldywood is our name for the Gold Coast's rise as Australia's Hollywood: a world-class hub for film and screen production. This category follows the region's growth, the studios, incentives, talent and productions putting the Coast on the global filmmaking map.
Plans lodged for high-tech film studio to boost Gold Coast creative industry
The Gold Coast Bulletin reports on development plans lodged for a high-tech film studio set to boost the Gold Coast creative industry. The coverage highlights Chrysaor Studios' investment in the local screen sector and the jobs and production activity a purpose-built facility brings to the region.
Chrysaor Studios opens Queensland's only permanent open-access virtual production studio to the industry
Chrysaor Studios opened the doors of its Varsity Lakes facility on Friday 3 July 2026 for the Gold Coast Virtual Production Showcase, a free industry event built around a live demonstration of Queensland's only permanent open-access virtual production stage. The afternoon brought the Gold Coast and Brisbane screen community together, from content creators and producers to art directors, students and established filmmakers. At the centre was an interactive demonstration on the
Queensland studio answers a national capacity gap
FilmInk introduces Chrysaor Studios, Australia's first social enterprise film studio, located in the heart of the Gold Coast at Varsity Lakes. The 2,100m² state-of-the-art facility is positioned as more than another studio: a blueprint for a screen industry that is ethical, sustainable and built to last. The feature covers the completion of intensive programs with Creative Plus Business and Social Enterprise certification, and the backing of the Queensland Government
QUT's Screen Industry Report Reveals Gold Coast as Queensland's Film and Television Production Powerhouse
A new report by the QUT reveals the Gold Coast's remarkable transformation into Australia's leading screen production hub.
30% Location Offset Boosts Gold Coast Film Industry
Australia's sun-soaked Gold Coast is set to become a major player in the global film industry, thanks to a new 30% Location Offset. This...
Lights, Camera, Action Down Under: Australia's Thriving Film Industry and What's Next
The Australian government supports the film industry through Screen Australia, the federal funding body, and regional screen agencies.
Queensland's Thriving Film Scene: A Spotlight on New Productions
Australia's Queensland state is a filmmaker's paradise. With gorgeous beaches, lush rainforests, and the world-renowned Gold Coast, it's...
Australia's PDV Offset: Boost Your Bottom Line, Collaborate with Aussie Talent
Australia's PDV Offset offers significant cost savings, access to top-notch visual effects and post-production talent
Ditch Hollywood! Queensland Will Pay You to Film in Paradise
Okay, so Queensland might not pay for your whole movie, but are seriously sweetening the deal if you bring your next project Down Under.
Hey Filmmakers, Gold Coast Wants to Pay You to Film Here! (Seriously)
Okay, so the Gold Coast might not totally pay for your entire movie, BUT the city known as Goldywood where Elvis was made. wants you.
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