The Strategic Opportunities Program supports innovative projects designed to strengthen the NSW screen and digital games industries.
May 2026
What was approved
Approved for Waypoint Label Pty Ltd
Waypoint Constellations is an evening event celebrating Sydney’s games industry through talks, games, live music and interactive game art. It features local developer personal stories and a curated showcase by Waypoint and Serenade that includes behind-the-scenes details for attendees to learn from for each game.
$18,900 was approved by
Deputy Secretary, 24-Hour, Screen & Sound (or their relevant financial delegate)Date approved
May 2026Location of the recipient
Caringbah 2229About the grant
Applications approved
3
Applications received
6
Strategic Opportunities Program 25/26
Program term
10/07/2026April 2026
What was approved
Approved for Spectrum Films Pty Ltd
Lumina is a free, accessible VFX initiative co-designed by Spectrum Films and Bus Stop Films for neurodiverse individuals who cannot access/afford mainstream screen training. Participants complete a 30-week online skills development program, move into a paid 12-week internship, gain real production experience and a genuine pathway into the screen industry.
$20,000 was approved by
Deputy Secretary, 24-Hour, Screen & Sound (or their relevant financial delegate)Date approved
April 2026Location of the project
Moore Park 2021Location of the recipient
Moore Park 2021About the grant
Applications approved
3
Applications received
6
Strategic Opportunities Program 25/26
Program term
22/05/2026January 2026
What was approved
Approved for Tropfest Foundation LTD.
Tropfest Roughcut is a two-day professional development program of panels and masterclasses supporting emerging filmmakers. It connects directly to Tropfest, the world’s largest short film festival, with Tropfest 2026 in Centennial Park showcasing sixteen finalist films to large-scale live and global online audiences.
$40,000 was approved by
Deputy Secretary, 24-Hour, Screen & Sound (or their relevant financial delegate)Date approved
January 2026Location of the project
Kensington 2033Location of the recipient
Sydney 2000About the grant
Applications approved
3
Applications received
6
Strategic Opportunities Program 25/26
Program term
20/02/2026