Welcome
Michael Healy MP
Minister for Tourism and Sport, The Hon
“It is my pleasure to welcome you to the AACTA Awards on the Gold Coast to honour screen excellence in Australia.
The Gold Coast has a reputation for hosting world-class events and our production capabilities here in Queensland continue to go from strength to strength as the screen industry increasingly finds a home here.
The breadth of talent in this country is incredible and I congratulate all nominees for being recognised as amongst the best in their field in Australia.
The Queensland Government is proud to support the AACTA Awards through Tourism and Events Queensland’s Major Event funding.
Queensland’s growing events calendar highlights our state’s reputation as a global destination of choice for great entertainment and unique visitor experiences.
If you are visiting for the event, I encourage you to extend your stay and go explore all that this magnificent part of the world has to offer.”
Tom Tate
Mayor of City of Gold Coast
“Welcome to the dazzling world of the AACTA Festival on the Gold Coast.
As Mayor, I am thrilled to welcome all lovers of cinematic excellence to the city, with the AACTA Festival promising to showcase the magic that happens in front of and behind the lens.
In February, the Gold Coast will be aglow with the magic of the AACTA Awards, celebrating the pinnacle of Australian film, TV, documentary, and online productions. This year is particularly special as we unveil this inaugural four-day festival.
The Gold Coast is one of the most prolific screen production centres in the Southern Hemisphere, boasting a thriving film and television industry that contributes significantly to our cultural and economic landscape. With world-class studios, skilled technicians, and diverse filming locations, our city stands as a testament to the power of dreams and cinematic brilliance.
Join us at HOTA from 8-11 February for a celebration like no other. With over 70 events including industry awards, masterclasses, creator discussions, and family activities, this festival has something for everyone to enjoy.
Welcome to our city as the gold carpet is rolled out to showcase the best in Australian and global film, TV, and digital content – see you there!”
Jacqui Feeney
CEO of Screen Queensland
“Welcome to the inaugural AACTA Awards and Festival here on the beautiful Gold Coast. It’s a pleasure to be part of this celebration of Australia’s vibrant and flourishing screen industry.
Over four fabulous days, we have a wonderful opportunity to come together and dive into the most exciting screen stories from Australia while connecting with our country’s most celebrated filmmakers.
The Gold Coast has long been the heart of Queensland’s thriving screen sector. It is home to thousands of practitioners—the visionaries who dream up films and series, the artisans who design them, and the highly-skilled crews and creatives who bring them to life on screen. It is fitting that the AACTA Awards and Festival now call the ‘Goldy’ home!
From Coolangatta to Cairns, Screen Queensland is proud to champion our state’s screen stories and the people who make up our internationally renowned industry. We are committed to enabling long-term screen careers here in Queensland. The AACTA Awards and Festival at HOTA will be filled with inspiration, collaboration and recognition of diverse storytelling and creative talents. I hope you enjoy the festivities and networking opportunities.”
John Warn
CEO of Experience Gold Coast
“The AACTAs are the pinnacle celebration of the best and brightest of our country’s television and film industry.
What a fantastic opportunity for the Gold Coast and our own HOTA, Home of the Arts to host these prestigious awards and the inaugural AACTA Festival, showcasing our incredible city and cultural precinct to the world.
Over four fabulous days and nights, we welcome you here at HOTA to join in the celebration of Australia’s screen industry with an immersive and packed program that will excite everyone from industry professionals to film enthusiasts, families, students and aspiring creatives.
Expect to be entertained, educated and enthralled with outdoor screenings under the stars, intimate panel discussions with nominees and creatives, live music, entertainment and much more.
The Gold Coast is a destination of choice for film and television producers worldwide, and marquee events like the AACTA Festival and Awards provide even more reasons to visit and live in the lifestyle capital of Australia. See you at HOTA for the AACTA Festival this February - an iconic Gold Coast destination where art, entertainment, culture and lifestyle meet.”
Thanks to our generous sponsors for bringing AACTA Festival to the Gold Coast
