Arts, sport & collectionsStatutory authority
Australian Film Development Corporation
AFDC
1970 – 1975
Statutory corporation that provided loans and equity investment for Australian feature film and television production to revive the local film industry.
How it came into existence
Established under the Australian Film Development Corporation Act 1970 by the Gorton government, acting on recommendations of the Australian Council for the Arts' Film and Television Committee; it was a new function.
Legislation: Australian Film Development Corporation Act 1970
How it ended
Abolished in 1975 and replaced by the Australian Film Commission, which took over its investment role.
- investment in film and television production
Main functions
- loans for feature film production
- investment in television production
- assistance with film distribution
Where it sits
Last in the portfolio of Department of the Media.
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Sources
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