A standout project is 'Shiver,' directed by Rob Connolly, which is notable for being Australia's first narrative feature shot in Antarctica, based on Nikki Gemmell's novel, and exploring themes of environmental change and personal growth.

Screen Australia has announced a $12.8 million funding package supporting 46 diverse and original narrative projects that showcase Australia's storytelling talent with both local and global appeal.

Among these projects are a comedy feature 'The Martini Mama,' a series 'Florence' about designer Florence Broadhurst, and web series 'Bloom' focusing on a teenager dealing with cancer, highlighting a wide range of genres.

Upcoming projects include the Stan Original series 'The Killings: Parrish Station' starring Mia Wasikowska, along with other series and children's shows set to premiere in 2026, demonstrating a broad and diverse pipeline.

Web series exploring social media ethics and fame, such as 'Shilling It' and a series featuring Tony Armstrong and Henry Stone, reflect the agency's focus on contemporary issues and digital culture.

Supporting international collaborations, projects like 'Written in the Stars,' a romantic comedy celebrating the Sri Lankan community in Melbourne, exemplify Australia's commitment to diverse storytelling.

Screen Australia is also supporting crime and mystery series like 'The Killings: Parrish Station,' a six-part series involving a remote massacre and cosmic mystery, which will be distributed internationally by ITV Studios.

Another crime series in development is 'Cooper,' set in apartheid-era South Africa, focusing on a mixed-race detective hiding his identity, adding to the country's growing slate of genre content.

The agency is backing a variety of projects including 'Bad Company,' a comedy set in a struggling theatre, '2 Moons,' a sci-fi drama in Western Sydney, and 'Shilling It,' a satirical web series about social media fame.

Screen Australia is also investing in children's content, with upcoming series 'Happy House' and 'Caper Crew' set to air on ABC in 2026, alongside efforts to foster innovative storytelling through updated narrative programs.

This funding aligns with the updated Narrative Content programs launched earlier in 2025, aimed at fostering innovation and global partnerships in Australian screen production.

Filming in Antarctica for 'Shiver' involves extensive research and innovative methods to address environmental challenges, emphasizing themes of humanity and environmentalism.

Recent updates to Australia's Narrative Content guidelines aim to support industry innovation and ground-breaking projects, reinforcing the country's position in global storytelling.