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Australian film authorities have confirmed three-year funding plan to support film festivals in territory. Australian Film Commission (AFC ; Australia; +61/2 321 6444; www.afc.gov.au) has committed over A$1.2m ($0.62m) in grants for more than 40 film-related events taking place in every state in Australia this year. Funding package will also extend to industry conferences

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