Presented by AIDC and Screen Queensland with the support of Sunshine Coast Council, and in association with Screen Collective, Regionality Sunshine Coast is a one-day screen industry event designed to support and elevate documentary and factual practitioners in regional South East Queensland.
Regionality Sunshine Coast features marketplace activities, networking, and exclusive high-profile local and international guests speaking across nonfiction craft and business – bringing all the dynamism of AIDC to the Sunshine Coast.
The Regionality Sunshine Coast program includes:
- A high-level filmmaking spotlight session with an international creator
- Industry panel discussions across craft, business and innovation showcasing and highlighting opportunities for Queensland filmmaking talent and productions
- Business opportunities through one-on-one curated meetings
- End of day Happy Hour social
Regionality Sunshine Coast 2026 will take place at Maroochy RSL on Friday 7 August 2026. Sign up to the AIDC eNews for all the latest announcements.
Who’s participating in Regionality Sunshine Coast?
We’re building an amazing line-up of speakers and decision makers to participate in this one-day industry program
From award-winning filmmakers to international festival programmers and local commissioners, these industry experts can provide advice to help make your project a reality.
Explore our expanding list of guest SPEAKERS & DECISION MAKERS.
Don’t miss your chance for some face time with the experts! Ticketholders for Regionality Sunshine Coast can apply for curated 1:1 speed meetings with selected attending decision makers and industry guests to make connections, pitch projects, and ask all of your burning questions.
Register your interest now for Doc Chat 1:1 Meetings with these guests:
- Sally Chesher – Investment & Development Manager, Documentary, Screen Australia
- Stephen Oliver– Commissioning Editor, ABC
- Bethan Arwel-Lewis – Senior Commissioning Editor, SBS
- Farhad Meher-Homji – Co-Founder & Head of Strategy, Changer
- Danielle Ah Boo – Head of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Unit, Screen Queensland
- Ian Lynch – Content Director, Screen Queensland
- Louise Hayse– Secretary, Sunshine Coast Screen Collective
- Dan Munday – Executive Producer Co-Founder, Sunny Coast Showdown
Applications Close: Monday 27 July at 11.59pm (AEST)
Please Note: you must purchase a valid ticket for Regionality Sunshine Coast to be eligible for Doc Chat 1:1 Meetings.
Purchase your tickets for the one-day Regionality Sunshine Coast industry program.
- Regular – $110
- Members (AIDC and Sunshine Coast Screen Collective members) – $90
- Concession (Full time students and concession card holders) – $80
A transaction fee of 2.5% will apply to all ticket purchases. Photo ID must be shown when collecting your pass at the venue. Proof of concession, student or membership status may also be required.
PLEASE NOTE
To complete your registration form you will first need to register for a free MY AIDC account (or login to your existing account). The registration form link above will prompt you to login to your MY AIDC account before you are able to access and complete your form. If you do not yet have an account you can create one here. Please contact info@aidc.com.au if you encounter any issues.
If you’re coming for the day, why not stay and enjoy the weekend?
Direct flights operate to Sunshine Coast Airport from Cairns, Melbourne, Sydney and Adelaide.
The official accommodation partner for AIDC’s Regionality Sunshine Coast 2026 is Avani Mooloolaba Beach Hotel. Use the booking code AIDC26 to book a room at special Regionality rates. [BOOK NOW]
See Visit Sunshine Coast for more information on all of the attractions and activities the region has to offer.
