The Golden Spurtle & White Goods Graveyard (short) – 1 March

White Goods Graveyard

Directed by Joey Taylor

Australia, 2025.

Runtime 6 mins.

After the white goods graveyard in Newcastle is sold and emptied out, four residents reflect on the site’s meaning. A poetic film about community, culture and memory, and the power of places to connect us.

Winner – 2025 Newbie Award for Best Documentary, University of Newcastle.

The Golden Spurtle

Every October, contestants from around the globe converge on the tiny Scottish Highlands village of Carrbridge for the World Porridge Making Championship. A heartwarming meditation on tradition, community, and the rituals that bind us together.

Directed by Constantine Costi.

Stars Ian Bishop, Adam Kiani, Charlie Miller, Lisa Williams, Toby Wilson.

Australia, 2025.

Rated PG.

Runtime 76 minutes.