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Inside Curio Pictures

Curio Pictures has fast become a force in Australian storytelling. Led by Managing Director Jo Porter and Creative Director Rachel Gardner, the company has brought audiences distinctive series such as The Artful Dodger, The Narrow Road to the Deep North, High Country, and Playing Gracie Darling.


In this session, Jo and Rachel will discuss the vision that drives Curio, the hurdles and highlights of producing their acclaimed work, and what lies ahead as they shape the company’s next chapter.

Featuring
Jo Porter
Rachel Gardner
5 February 2026
2:30 pm

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