Country Arts SA’s award-winning First Nations film showcase, Nunga Screen, returns in 2026 for its 15th year of sharing history, humour, culture and Country through powerful storytelling.
Presented annually between Reconciliation Week (May 27 to June 3) and NAIDOC Week (July 5 to 12), a dynamic mix of short films from emerging and established creators are available for organisations to purchase and stream internally.
Nunga Screen offers a relaxed yet meaningful and tangible way to celebrate culture and stories; spark conversation and connection in the workplace; and support First Nations artists through the Country Arts Foundation.
By hosting a screening, networking event or team gathering, organisations are encouraged to make it their own authentic and memorable experience for employees, clients or volunteers.
The package includes nine short films (with a runtime of approximately 90 minutes) via a streamable link easily shared across sites and teams.
This year’s program includes the cheeky, fast-paced adventures of Red Dirt Riders; the gentle, funny tale of The Fix-It Man and The Fix-It Wooman; and a music video with hip hop group DEM MOB and Fregon Anangu School.
The lineup also includes moving documentaries such as Anangu Way and Blakprint for Success, and dramas like Catchin’ Mumoo, The Secret, and False Narrative bring raw emotional depth, exploring the complexities of family, truth, shame and healing.
Nunga Screen programmer and Ngarrindjeri man Joshua Trevorrow says the second half of the program delves into social and cultural issues, creating space to reflect on timely and complex topics.
“Nunga Screen is a chance to listen deeply and to come together in recognition of First Nations voices and stories,” he says.
“We are extremely proud of how far this program has come over 15 years, to the point where we are now able to remunerate featured filmmakers and invest in more First Nations arts projects with funds raised through the Nunga Screen corporate campaign.
“This campaign has taken the program not only Australia-wide but internationally, from schools to local government to health care settings.”
Wongutha filmmaker Travis Akbar, whose film False Narrative is part of the 2026 program, says Nunga Screen is a “fantastic showcase of First Nations filmmaking talent”.
“While Country Arts SA offering screening fees is great, as making short films is generally an unpaid gig, being able to share my work with the mob across the state and country is the best part about Nunga Screen,” Travis says.
“Purchase the package because it helps support emerging filmmakers in a big way, and the only way to ensure it continues is to make sure you watch it.”
For more information and to purchase a streaming link for your organisation, visit www.countryarts.org.au/book-nunga-screen.
