THE inaugural Australian Children’s Content Summit is being hosted in Coffs Harbour as a three-day event from Tuesday 29 August to Thursday 31 August, 2023.

The event will bring together Australian and international delegates from the children’s and family entertainment industry at the city’s Pacific Bay Resort.

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Suzanne Ryan, the founder of Coffs Harbour-based SLR Productions, which creates children’s content for the international market, has been a driving force behind the creation of the Australian Children’s Content Summit.

“Coffs Harbour is an excellent choice for hosting a summit of this size due to its strategic regional location,” Suzanne told News Of The Area.

“Situated on the picturesque New South Wales coastline, Coffs Harbour offers a combination of accessibility and tourism opportunities that make it an ideal destination.

“The film and television industry holds events of this nature all over the world in some amazing regional destinations, and to showcase a regional Australian destination made sense,” she said.

Choosing Pacific Bay Resort as the venue for the inaugural Australian Children’s Content Summit made a good fit with the proposed creation of a film studio on the site.

“Delegates attending the summit will have the opportunity to explore new locations for their projects and the potential for future collaborations with the film studio makes Pacific Bay Resort an excellent choice for this event,” said Suzanne.

“This strategic decision aligns perfectly with the summit’s objective of facilitating discussions and driving innovation in Australian children’s content.”

During the three-day summit, delegates will be strongly encouraged to explore the myriad offerings of the Coffs Coast.

“From its breathtaking beaches to its charming local restaurants and cafes, delegates will have ample opportunities to experience the region’s vibrant tourism attractions.

“In addition to the recreational aspects, the summit will also provide opportunities for delegates to source potential locations for their upcoming productions.

“The diverse landscapes, including the beaches, rainforests, and unique landmarks, present an array of options for filmmakers and content creators.

“By exploring the region, delegates can discover hidden gems and envision how these locations can complement their projects,” said Suzanne.

An expected 250 delegates, some of whom will bring their families, have plans to stay on and explore the region.

The Australian Children’s Content Summit presents an exclusive opportunity to engage and connect with influential and esteemed industry executives and visionary creatives from around the world to promote dialogue, build relationships, and encourage business in the vibrant children’s and family entertainment and media sector.

“The Australian Children’s Content Summit is set to become a global highlight, gathering the brightest minds and creative talents from the children’s screen industry in Australia and worldwide.

“This event will ignite inspiring discussions, forge valuable relationships, and drive business opportunities for the children’s entertainment sector,” said Suzanne.

The Summit is presented by SLR Productions with Principal Partner, the Australian Children’s Television Foundation.

The major Government partner is Screen Australia and is supported by Screen NSW and the Department of Regional NSW.

Corporate sponsors include Fulcrum Media Finance, Simpsons, Hayes Knight, Silver Trak Digital, Count Out Loud, Klang and Scout Management.

Industry support is being provided by Australian Children’s Producers, Screen Producers Australia and Screenworks with the regional support of the City of Coffs Harbour and the National Cartoon Gallery.

By Andrea FERRARI