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Stories
From Here

We’re inviting Penrith locals to take part in 'Stories From Here'— a free creative workshop program where you’ll learn how to turn any local story into a mini documentary.

Do you have a story to tell about a local hero? Your neighbourhood community? Or someone doing great things in your suburb? 

You’ll be supported by local filmmakers and mentors who will guide you through planning, filming and shaping your story.

We’ll explore how to structure a short-form documentary, then show you techniques for filming interviews and capturing b-roll 'overlay'. You can use your phone or a digital camera, we’ll help you make a masterpiece!

No experience is needed, just curiosity, commitment and a passion for telling positive stories about your community.

what's involved?

Four small-size workshops where you’ll be guided by local filmmakers and mentors to create a story that will be shared with the community in a public screening, QR code trail, or digital story map of the suburb. You decide!

It's free to participate (thanks to Penrith City Council) 
All experience levels are welcome
You'll learn how to create a short documentary film
You can highlight any local story that you are passionate about
Feel supported by local artists and mentors

This workshop series takes place between March – May 2026. Weekend and weekday workshops are available.

who can apply?

We’re looking for Cranebrook residents who have a story to tell about their neighbourhood, the community, or someone doing great things in our part of town. No filmmaking experience is needed — just an idea, a connection to Cranebrook, and a willingness to be part of something creative and community-driven.
 
Made in the West will select a small group of participants to take part in the 2026 workshop program, so if you live in Cranebrook and this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!
 
Registrations close at midnight on Sunday 22 February.
 

'Stories From Here' is a pilot program delivered by Western Sydney creatives and supported by Penrith City Council’s Magnetic Places.

 
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register 
your interest 

Spots are limited! Please register your interest now and join us in 2026 for the inaugural 'Stories From Here' workshop program for Cranebrook residents.

Registrations close 22 February 2026.