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Enter For Free!
Entries For 2026 Are Open. Enter For Free By 1 May 2026.
Anyone aged 15 - 24 years who is based in Australia can enter entries to the Australia Youth Film Festival. Check our Guide & Rules or FAQs for info about entering.
New Zealand Entrants Only:
Enter For Free!
Enter Our New Zealand Program. Enter For Free By 1 May 2026.
Anyone aged 15 - 24 years who is based in Aotearoa New Zealand can enter entries to our dedicated New Zealand program. Learn more here.
How It Works
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Step 1
Create any type* of film, documentary, video advert, animation or music video. This can be for a school or university assessment. See what awards we have on offer here.
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Step 2
Enter your finished work to the Australia Youth Film Festival for free by our entry deadline. Enter as many entries as you’d like. It’s simple.
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Step 3
Nice! If your work is nominated, you’ll be invited to attend our Festival’s acclaimed events. Meet the industry, special guests, other nominees, and potentially win an award!
Experience Our Events
A nomination at the Australia Youth Film Festival is your invitation to our acclaimed events program. We partner with industry giants like the ABC to provide our finalists with invaluable exposure, hands-on learning, and networking opportunities. Watch the video above to see our most recent Industry Day tour in action—this could be you!
Your National Platform
We’re the premier stage for the next generation of creators to showcase their talent to a nationwide audience. Through our links with partners like the ABC, we help our nominees gain the industry exposure needed to launch sustainable careers in the professional industry. See firsthand how our Festival elevates young creators from across the country.
One-Of-A-Kind
Experience the highlights from one of our recent events - the 2025 New Zealand Youth Film Festival. Our one-of-a-kind events serve as a vital launchpad for young creators, offering them the chance to win prestigious awards from our industry partners. Whether you are a director, editor, or actor, this is where your journey toward professional recognition begins.
