We are sad to report the death of Michael Edols who passed away suddenly on Tuesday 3rd July 2018. Michael has been a respected member of the NSW branch of the Pioneers and has been internationally renowned for his work as a Cinematographer, Director of Photography and collaborator in the Film and Television industry. http://www.edols.com.au/thepitch.htm
DetailsAt the NSW Branch luncheon in Sydney on Thursday 24th May, Mr. Tom Jeffrey was presented the much coveted award as the 2018 NSW Cinema Pioneer of the Year. This auspicious award was certainly well deserved by Tom for his many decades of service in the development and progress of the Australian film industry.…
DetailsThe NSW Branch of the Cinema Pioneers conducted a successful luncheon on Thursday 24th May 2018. There was a good turn-out of members who enjoyed delicious food and some great fellowship in the relaxing surrounds of the Grace Hotel. A number of interstate branch Presidents and members were also present, having attended the NEC…
DetailsAustralia’s film and creative industry will continue to boom under the Turnbull Government’s Location Incentive which will attract international blockbusters to be made on Australian soil. The $140 million Location Incentive will be delivered over four years from 2019-20 and will bring in over $260 million in new foreign investment to the local economy. These…
DetailsUrgent Reminder: The New South Wales Branch Luncheon is being held in “The Yarra-Murra Room” at The Grace Hotel, Cnr York & King Sts, Sydney on Thursday May 24, 2018 at 12.30pm for 1.00pm. Please RSVP as soon as possible to the Secretary/Treasurer at 9 Collins Cres, Lapstone, 2773, Payment by Cheque or Money Order.…
DetailsDear Cinema Pioneers, Sadly cinema industry doyen Maurice Scott passed away on Saturday after a long illness. He was arguably one of most respected and well known theatre managers of our time. He was also an excellent raconteur and ranks amongst the most entertaining speakers I have heard. Close friend Ross Campbell has prepared the…
DetailsOn Monday 19 March a plaque was unveiled at the site of the former Wintergarden Cinema in Rose Bay, Sydney, to recognise the place where talkies were first screened in a Sydney suburb. National President Tim Read was invited to the event, along with other Pioneers. Woollahra Council initiated the project, and Councillor Anthony…
DetailsASE MOVIE NIGHT is a monthly event where editors show and discuss their work. From ASE’s Nick Meyers: “We at the ASE are starting up a new series of events where, just as it says above, Editors can show and discuss their work. The plan is to establish a regular event at a regular venue. That way…
DetailsLast week NSW President of the Australian Cinematographers Society, Roger Lanser, hosted two industry visitors to ACS Headquarters, Tim Read, President and Sandra Alexander, Secretary of The Society of Australian Cinema Pioneers. Both were in high praise of the facilities provided to ACS members and of the level of commitment and dedication that members have put into the refurbishment…
DetailsLOVE COLLECTABLES of the FILM and CINEMA VARIETY? Then all roads lead to Melbourne! This wonderful CINE-TREASURES SALE – is on SUNDAY 22nd April from 10am til 5pm at 157 CUTHBERT ST, BROADMEADOWS (Vic). Just a few doors from the railway station. This is the treasured, life-long collection of the late Vincent McMurray, the sale…
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