19/05/2026
From : It is with a heavy heart we announce today the passing of our Co-Chair Bobbi-Lea Dionysius.
Bobbi-Lea was a force of nature. An award-winning creative and impact producer, she dedicated her career to telling stories that mattered, championing social-issue documentaries, factual content, and immersive 360-degree VR experiences that created meaningful change.
Her producing credits reflected both excellence and purpose. From the theatrical feature documentaries To Never Forget and In Their Name, to the internationally recognised immersive work Sorella’s Story, which premiered at the Venice International Film Festival, Bobbi-Lea consistently pushed the boundaries of storytelling across platforms.
Bobbi-Lea was Co-Chair of Women in Film & Television Australia from May 2025 and spent many years prior to that chairing and co-representing the Queensland Chapter on the board of Women in Film & Television Australia. She was a fierce and unwavering supporter of WIFT, always leading with action, generosity, and genuine care for the people around her.
She will be deeply missed and never forgotten.
A memorial to honour Bobbi-Lea’s life and legacy will be held in the coming weeks. All details will be provided through WIFT Australia communications.
The WIFT Australia board sends our deepest condolences to Bobbi-Lea’s family, her close friends, and her many colleagues across the screen industry during this incredibly difficult time.
