St Kilda Film Festival
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St Kilda Film Festival

Nigel Buesst Grant

Nigel Buesst Grant 2026

We are excited to announce a new grant!

The Nigel Buesst Grant (NBG) is a $15,000 award supporting emerging and established screen creatives in developing new, innovative, forward-thinking work that boldly pushes creative boundaries. 

The Grant is now open for submissions from screen artists of all kinds, and closes on Wednesday 8 April, 2026.

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St Kilda Film Festival is Australia's largest and longest-running short film festival. The Festival is an Academy Awards qualifying event, showcasing Australia's emerging cinema.

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Wominjeka. Council respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the Kulin Nation. We acknowledge their legacy and spiritual connection to the land and waterways across the City of Port Phillip and pay our heartfelt respect to their Elders, past, present, and emerging.