YCM female showrunners received multiple nominations at the AACTA Awards 2026

A huge congratulations to the incredible female showrunners Yellow Creative Management represents who have received multiple nominations for their shows at the AACTA Awards 2026.

Samantha Strauss’ APPLE CIDER VINEGAR has received 20 AACTA nominations, including Best Miniseries and Best Screenplay in Television, where Sam received an individual nomination for EP 6. Sam’s series, THE LAST ANNIVERSARY was also nominated for Best Miniseries.

Sarah Scheller has received outstanding recognition for her shows, with FAMILY NEXT DOOR being nominated for Best Drama Series and Best Supporting Actor in a Drama and STRIFE being nominated for Best Narrative Comedy Series and Best Acting in a Comedy.

Another honourable mention is Ange Betzien’s nomination for EP 5 of APPLE CIDER VINEGAR which they worked on with Sam. Ange is an emerging showrunner and a writer of international renown.

Yellow is thrilled to work with the best Australian showrunners out there and we extend our congratulations to all AACTA nominees – your work showcases the brilliance of Australian productions!