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Massive steel roofing structures are being lifted into place at the site of the ACT’s Perth Film Studios in Malaga, marking a major construction milestone.
The two prefabricated modules, spanning 40 metres and weighing 30 tonnes, will form the framework for the roof over the first of four sound stages which are at the core of the studio complex now being built on the 16-hectare site on Marshall Road near the new Malaga METRONET station.
In total there will be 8,200 square metres of interior production space within the studio complex.
The studios will also incorporate production offices, an art department, wardrobe, workshops, set storage, parking, and a 23,200 square metre backlot which is larger than the playing field at Optus Stadium.
An investment of $233.5 million by the State Government has made the building of the screen production facility possible. The goal is to establish WA as a major creative centre for international and national film, television, and digital media production.
Once operational, the studios will support new film productions, creating hundreds of direct and indirect jobs and significant economic benefits for the State over the long term.
Construction is well underway and on schedule for completion by the end of 2025, with the studios open for business from early 2026.
The Arts and Culture Trust will be the owner of Perth Film Studios, on behalf of the State Government.
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