Screen Australia, the national screen agency, administers the Documentary Production Direct-to-Audience program to fund the production of documentary projects that bypass traditional broadcast pathways in favor of direct audience engagement. The program is part of Screen Australia's broader commitment to sustaining a vibrant documentary sector and reflects an evolving understanding of how nonfiction work reaches viewers in a fragmented media landscape. The initiative is tailored for projects with a clear strategy for connecting with audiences through alternative distribution channels—whether theatrical, festival, streaming, community screening, or digital platforms. By supporting work that operates outside conventional broadcast models, Screen Australia acknowledges the shifting economics and creative possibilities of independent documentary production. While specific funding amounts and eligibility criteria are detailed in the program guidelines, the program typically provides production funding to Australian practitioners. The application requires a budget, signaling that fiscal rigor and a realistic production plan are central to the assessment. The program's rolling deadline structure allows filmmakers to apply when their projects are ready, rather than adhering to a fixed annual cycle.