The second season of hit ABC series ‘Bay of Fires’ has delivered an economic boost to Tasmania, injecting more than $8 million into the local economy ahead of its June 15 release.
Over 100 Tasmanians found employment during production of the series, with $1.4 million spent on the West Coast alone.
Supported by a $1.7 million investment from the Tasmanian Government, the series has proven a financial windfall for regional communities during traditionally quieter winter months.
Arts Minister Madeleine Ogilvie said by supporting the screen industry, they are bringing “real benefits” for the community.
“Not just to our image globally, but to businesses and communities locally, particularly in regional areas during those quieter winter months,” Ogilvie said.
“That’s not to mention the invaluable and hands-on experience that over a hundred of our screen workers were able to gain during production.”
The production’s economic impact was particularly pronounced in accommodation, with series producers Archipelago Productions and Fremantle Media Australia spending $634,733 on West Coast accommodation alone.
“Local productions such as Bay of Fires enable us to share with the world our unique stories, talent and locations,” Ogilvie added.
Tasmania’s screen industry is experiencing significant momentum, with Netflix’s “The Survivors” and season three of SBS’s “Alone Australia” also filming in the state last year.
The new season of Bay of Fires will air on ABC on June 15, with all episodes being released simultaneously on ABC iView.
