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Australia Mandates 10% Streaming Investment in Local Content

11/5/2025

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The Australian government introduced quotas requiring streaming platforms to invest 10% of local expenditure or 7.5% of revenue in Australian content to ensure the production of local dramas, documentaries, and educational programs.
Arts Minister Tony Burke emphasized the importance of showcasing Australian stories.
Communications Minister Anika Wells noted that many streamers already produce local shows.
The Australian Writers Guild and Screen Producers Australia welcomed the move as a significant step.

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The Australian government introduced quotas requiring streaming platforms to invest 10% of local expenditure or 7.5% of revenue in Australian content to ensure the production of local dramas, documentaries, and educational programs.
Arts Minister Tony Burke emphasized the importance of showcasing Australian stories.
Communications Minister Anika Wells noted that many streamers already produce local shows.
The Australian Writers Guild and Screen Producers Australia welcomed the move as a significant step.