Screen Australia, the national screen agency, has issued an open call for its Documentary Platform First Program. This initiative is designed to support documentary projects at a critical stage of development, with a focus on platforming first-time documentary makers. The program is open to applicants from the US and globally, reflecting a broad, inclusive scope. The call requires the submission of a budget, indicating that financial planning is a central component of the application. While specific deadlines and fees are not currently specified, the program represents a significant opportunity for documentary practitioners to engage with a major national funding body. Screen Australia's curatorial vision for this program emphasizes the cultivation of new voices in documentary, providing a platform for projects that might otherwise remain unseen. The program is structured to facilitate the production of documentaries that are both artistically rigorous and financially viable, ensuring that selected projects have a solid foundation for success.