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Feros Care approached us to produce a documentary web series, with episodes releasing towards the end of 2023 and early 2024. This six-part series celebrates the achievements, growth and impact of aged care professionals in a sector often impacted by negative stereotypes and misconceptions. Enjoy these transformative episodes which explore sexuality, innovation, culture and inclusion, and showcase the opportunities available within this dynamic sector. Through authentic storytelling and powerful narratives, SMASHING aims to transform perception by providing an accurate and promising view of aged care as a rewarding and fulfilling career choice. Each episode of SMASHING focuses on tackling a specific stereotype, showcasing diverse individuals within the industry who defy expectations and transform perceptions.

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Smashing Series Trailer

Smashing Series Trailer

Smashing Inclusion: Embracing Diversity & Advocating for Equality Episode One

Smashing Inclusion: Embracing Diversity & Advocating for Equality Episode One

Smashing Glass Ceilings Episode Two

Smashing Glass Ceilings Episode Two

Smashing Disability in Aged Care Episode Three

Smashing Disability in Aged Care Episode Three

Smashing Cultural Connections Episode Four

Smashing Cultural Connections Episode Four

Smashing Midlife: A Tradesman's Odyssey into Aged Care Episode Five

Smashing Midlife: A Tradesman's Odyssey into Aged Care Episode Five

Smashing Ageism in the Workplace Episode Six

Smashing Ageism in the Workplace Episode Six

Making Smashing Behind the Scenes

Making Smashing Behind the Scenes

This production was created inclusively with people with disability

The Premiere Event

Smashing | Launch Event Highlights

Join the Feros Care team for the premiere of ‘Smashing’ as it is screened to an audience for the very first time.

Man holding an orange puppet with purple hair, wearing a silver jacket, in front of a screen.
Person being filmed during an interview setup with a camera and lighting equipment.
People sitting with cameras and lights in a room, with a large mirror and a couch in the background.
Two people standing on a dock by a calm lake at sunset, with trees in the background.
Group of elderly people socializing and dancing in a brightly lit room. A person holds a colorful light, while others sit and stand around tables with drinks.
Woman sitting in an office being filmed, with colleagues working at desks in the background.
Man with glasses and headphones talking, sitting indoors with others in the background.
Person sitting at a computer desk using a large monitor displaying the Google homepage, another standing nearby holding cables, with a camera on the desk.
Person holding a colorful clapperboard in front of their face
Group of six people in black shirts posing indoors, some pointing at a central person who is smiling.
Two men filming outdoors with professional camera gear on a rainy day in a park.
Two people wading in the ocean at sunset
Filmmaker with camera and assistant holding clapperboard on beach.
Two people smiling near a professional camera setup with a Rode microphone.
Two people in the ocean, one holding a camera, the other with a surfboard, surrounded by waves.
Person sitting indoors holding a gaming controller, wearing a black jacket and a lanyard with a badge.
Silhouette of a person holding a camera, standing on a beach at sunset.
Two people on a pier by a lake during sunset; one person is using a camera.

Series Credits

Director/Producer/Cinematographer/Editor Julian Neuhaus
Executive Producer Tarnya Sim
Producer Tiffan Finn
Documentary Participants Russ Hargraves, Georgie Laporte, Paulette Taylor, Prabh Bajwa, Cate Williams, Tony Gillespe
2nd Camera Operator/Assistant Dan Coleman
Production Assistants Jackson Hughes, Willow Watson, Carl Emmerson, Michael Stowers
On-set Support Workers Minna Watson, Jessica Sherlock
Post Sound Facility ZigZag Post
Sound Design & Mix David McCarthy, Jules Wucherer
Thanks to Bus Stop Films, Sarah-Jane Johnson
Client Feros Care

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