News
24 June 2026
Eight outstanding scripts by 14 writers have been selected from over 200 entries in the 2026 John Hinde Award. In the Unproduced category, two television pilots and two feature films have been shortlisted, while in Produced, episodes of NCIS: Sydney and Zip and the Tiny Sprouts compete with feature film Cooee and short film Self Love. The winners will be announced at an industry event in…
News
24 June 2026
Twelve exciting new projects by 14 emerging writers have been shortlisted for the Australian Writers’ Guild’s 2026 Emerging Writers’ Awards. Included on the shortlist are two stage plays, multiple television pilots, feature films and a short film from some of Australia’s best up-and-coming writing talent, selected from over 500 entries. The winning writers in both categories will be announced at…
Advocacy
19 May 2026
The Australian Writers’ Guild has received reports of production companies using generative artificial intelligence (AI) technology to take notes in writers’ rooms, replacing note-takers. Note-taking allows a new writer to contribute to a show and learn from experienced writers. It is a pathway to writing the crucial first script. Automated note-taking risks eliminating one of the few possible…
News
22 April 2026
Wednesday 22 April: The Australian Writers’ Guild is pleased to announce the 15 screenwriters who have been selected to participate in First Break NSW, a unique professional development program designed to give talented, aspiring screenwriters a leg up in the industry through practical training in note-taking and script coordinating. Delivered with support from Screen NSW, the three-day…
