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Announcing the Central Coast Filmmaker of the Year Initiative
Announcing the Central Coast Filmmaker of the Year Initiative

The Central Coast Film Festival is proud to announce two major new awards for 2025, celebrating and investing in the. next generation of homegrown talent.

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Callout: Volunteer Marketing Officer
Callout: Volunteer Marketing Officer
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The Best Free Streaming Services in Australia
The Best Free Streaming Services in Australia

We have listed all the great sites to find free movies to liven up your home viewing experiences.

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Budgeting Your Film Festival Run
Budgeting Your Film Festival Run

Staying on top of your festival submissions can quickly become a monumental task. A little bit of budgeting can be the difference between blowing out your bank balance and having money for your next project.

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