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THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA announced for HOSH 2026

July 18, 2025

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s global phenomenon returns on its 40th anniversary to Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour in a critically acclaimed spectacular! Read More HERE

TRAILER: Playing Gracie Darling

July 15, 2025

Paramount+ Australia today announced that the new original series, Playing Gracie Darling will premiere Thursday, 14 August, streaming all six episodes exclusively on Paramount+.

Cate Shortland awarded honorary doctorate!

July 4, 2025

HLA Client Cate Shortland has been awarded an honorary doctorate in recognition of her contributions to the art of film, her profound impact on the cultural landscape and her dedication to inspiring others. Read more HERE

2025 APDG Awards Nominees Announced!

July 4, 2025

Congratulations to all HLA clients nominated!

Jane Campion picked for 2025 Oxbelly retreat!

June 27, 2025

Jane Campion, Richard Linklater, Radu Jude and Ali Abbasi are among the advisors and special guests taking part in the 2025 Oxbelly screenwriting and literary retreat in Greece. Read more HERE

FIRST LOOK: Rosamund Pike in INTER ALIA

June 25, 2025

Rosamund Pike makes her National Theatre debut in SUZIE MILLER’S INTER ALIA Read more HERE

★★★★★ for APHRODITE

June 23, 2025

Limelight has given APHRODITE an incredible 5 star review! Read more HERE Video Design by Morgan Moroney

REVIEW: Joh: Last King of Queensland ★★★★½

June 23, 2025

Screen Hub has given JOH: LAST KING OF QUEENSLAND a stellar review! Read more HERE Written and Directed by Kriv Stenders

Production starts on new series inspired by the life of the notorious Brenden Abbott

June 19, 2025

Screenwest is supporting the production of a new scripted series based on the life story of Western Australian bank robber and prison escapee Brenden Abbott, infamously dubbed ‘The Postcard Bandit’ Read more HERE

MY BRILLIANT CAREER Now in Production in South Australia

June 19, 2025

Production of the adaptation of Miles Franklin’s beloved Australian novel, MY BRILLIANT CAREER, from Jungle Entertainment is underway in Adelaide, South Australia. The production team includes costume designer, MARIOT KERR, and director of photography, KIERAN FOWLER. Read more HERE

Logie Nominations Announced

June 17, 2025

7 HLA Projects have been nominated for the 2025 Logie Awards!

REVIEW: New Skin by MIRANDA NATION

June 13, 2025

NZ Herald has released a review on Miranda Nation’s debut novel, NEW SKIN! Read more HERE

KANGAROO Poster Released

June 13, 2025

The poster for Kate Woods‘ newest film, KNAGAROO, has been released! Read more HERE

REVIEW: Inside at Tribeca Film Festival

June 12, 2025

Read the review HERE

MARG HORWELL wins Tony for Best Costume Design of a Play

June 10, 2025

Marg Horwell wins the Tony Award for her work on THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GREY! Read more HERE

TRAILER: Joh: Last King of Queensland

June 6, 2025

Joh: Last King of Queensland will have its world premiere this weekend as part of the Sydney Film Festival, screening at 6pm on Saturday, June 7, and 3.30 pm on Sunday, June 8 at Event Cinemas George Street, before premiering on Stan June 22.

NEW SKIN Publication Day!

June 3, 2025

Miranda Nation‘s debut novel NEW SKIN is out today! Get your copy HERE

TRAILER: Make It Look Real

June 2, 2025

Kate Blackmore’s documentary feature debut, MAKE IT LOOK REAL, follows intimacy coordinator Claire Warden. As Warden helps the actors negotiate their boundaries, writer-director KIERAN DARCY-SMITH shapes the story, and a collaborative, non-exploitative path for bringing sex and intimacy to the screen emerges.