Fillip for Docklands’ film industry
November was a good month for Docklands’ film industry with the announcement of a new major project for Docklands Studios and a government grant for Open Channel.
Docklands Studios gets to host the production of I, Frankenstein – said to be worth $37 million into the Victorian economy and 500 new jobs.
And Victoria Harbour-based Open Channel has secured $50,000 for new equipment, courtesy of the State Government.
On November 9, Innovation, Services and Small Business Minister Louise Asher announced that Victoria had beaten strong competition from other states to secure I, Frankenstein, a gothic thriller written and directed by Stuart Beattie.
Ms Asher said exact locations were yet to be determined, but the production would be based at Docklands.
The...
Docklands suits Cadel just fine
Tour de France cycling hero Cadel Evans spent the day in Docklands on Friday, November 25 helping raise funds for youth mental health.
Read more >>
It’s back to the future for Claire
New Victoria Harbour project director Claire Johnston has been here before, having cut her property development teeth as a junior manager on Docklands’ NAB building in 2001.
Read more >>
New vibe blowing on waterways
Docklands waterways are going through a policy renaissance and the optimism in boating circles is palpable.
Read more >>
Serviced apartment issue magnifies
The magnitude of the issues surrounding the use of residential apartments for short-term stays took a quantum leap last month with serviced apartment operators calling for their industry to be regulated.
Read more >>
Spinning out in Docklands
Englishman Neal Holmes likes to come to Docklands every week to spin out.
Read more >>
Tuning in to Docklands
Community radio listeners in Melbourne’s leafy eastern suburbs were treated to a live radio show from Docklands last month.
Read more >>
