Moderated by Tony Ayres (The Survivors)

Baby Reindeer sparked global conversation. Now, creator and star Richard Gadd joins Tony Ayres for a candid discussion on expression, impact, and the power, pressure and unexpected paths of authentic storytelling.

Moderated by Penny Smallacombe (True Colours)

BAFTA-winning creator of Happy Valley, Sally Wainwright joins Penny Smallacombe for a conversation on character, tension, and crafting gripping, award-winning drama that resonates around the world.

Moderated by Corrie Chen (Good Cop, Bad Cop)

Creator of the acclaimed series Pachinko, Soo Hugh joins director and showrunner Corrie Chen for a wide-ranging conversation on adaptation, authorship, and building layered, intergenerational worlds for the screen.

Harriet Dyer, Richard Gadd & Soo Hugh
Moderated by Debbie Lee

How do personal stories become breakout successes?

In this dynamic session, Harriet Dyer (Colin from Accounts), Richard Gadd (Baby Reindeer), and Soo Hugh (Pachinko) share the highs, heartbreaks, and creative risks behind their most personal — and powerful — projects.

Moderated by Debbie Lee (Critical Incident), this is a deep dive into turning raw ideas into global hits.

Asher Keddie, Imogen Banks & Bruna Papandrea

Join Asher Keddie (Fake, Strife), Imogen Banks (Fake), and Bruna Papandrea (Nine Perfect Strangers, Strife) for a Fireside Chat on long-term collaboration — exploring how creative trust, shared vision, and sustained partnerships drive bold Australian narratives across multiple series and platforms.

Australia in the Current Landscape

This session brings key voices together to reflect on the challenges, shifts and opportunities shaping the Australian screen industry right now — and where we go from here.

Future Voices & Disruptors

From bold new formats to uncomfortable truths, this session spotlights the voices challenging convention — and shaping the future of Australian television on their own terms.