Screenworks has announced the full line-up of speakers for its Regional to Global 2026 screen forum, taking place at Lennox Head in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales from 9 to 10 September.
The annual conference is designed for Australian screen industry leaders and creatives to gather together and learn more about the state of filmmaking within Australia.
Across the two days of the event, an array of deep dive panels, case studies and structured discussions will take place, all exploring the local and international screen industry, regional screen development, and more.
Various networking events will also provide opportunity for like-minded creatives to connect and share more about their latest projects.
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The guest speaker line-up for Screenworks Regional to Global 2026
Screenworks Regional to Global 2026 will be headlined by talented guest speakers with diverse experience across the screen sector. Actor Teresa Palmer is on board to appear in conversation, discussing her career and her experiences working in the US, Australia and around the world.
Palmer has a glittering career across feature films like Warm Bodies, Hacksaw Ridge and The Fall Guy, as well as popular TV series like A Discovery of Witches and local Australian shows The Family Next Door and Mix Tape.
Another notable Australian actor in the line-up is Miranda Tapsell, who recently starred in the popular Top End Bub, a spin-off of beloved Australian film Top End Wedding. Alongside being an actor, Tapsell is also a writer and producer, contributing to a variety of big screen projects.
Adrian Chiarella, writer and director of big screen horror film Leviticus, will discuss the release of his breakout success and what lessons there are to be learned from its release.
There are also a number of executives, commissioning editors and other behind-the-scenes Australian screen talent set to appear at Regional to Global 2026. Todd Abbott, Commissioning Editor for Comedy at the ABC, is on board to deliver a talk about the world of commissioners and how shows are chosen for development. Joanna Beveridge, Investment Manager at Screen Australia, will also discuss her work and the nature of investment in the modern era.
In addition, the show will also be attended by development executives and producers from Screen Queensland, Bus Stop Films, NITV, AFTRS, The Australian Directors’ Guild, Screen NSW, Sydney Film Festival, The South Australian Film Corporation, Foxtel Group, SBS, The Australian Writers’ Guild, Screen Canberra, and more.
Highlights of Screenworks Regional to Global 2026
For those planning to attend, here are a few panel highlights that reveal what to expect of the forum.
Feature Film Case Study: The Legend of Crocodile Dundee
‘What does it take to tell the story behind an icon? Go behind the scenes of Love of an Icon: The Legend of Crocodile Dundee, the feature documentary exploring the origins and enduring legacy of one of Australia’s most recognisable screen characters.’
Commissioner Confidential: What They’re Really Looking For
‘Ever wonder what goes on behind closed doors when commissioners greenlight projects? This year, commissioners from ABC, NITV and SBS pull back the curtain on what they’re really looking for – from the ideas that catch their attention to the projects that make it through the decision-making process.’
TV Case Study: Top End Bub
‘What does it take to bring a distinctly regional Australian story to the screen? Go behind the scenes of Top End Bub, the hit comedy series spanning Darwin and the Tiwi Islands, and discover the creative journey behind bringing this bold and original project to life.’
The Visionaries Shaping Modern TV
‘What does it take to create television that feels fresh, bold and impossible to ignore? Hear from some of Australia’s most original screen voices as they share the ideas, creative instincts and experiences shaping the future of television.’
The Road to Yes: Inside the Greenlight Process
‘Every great project needs someone to say yes. But what makes a project stand out in an increasingly competitive market? Hear from senior leaders as they reveal how projects are evaluated, championed and ultimately greenlit.’
