University of Otago science communication master's student Claire Clements has produced a film, A Bach Somewhere, which was selected for the channel because it depicted a quintessential Kiwi experience.
Her short-form documentary tells the story of a New Zealand crib through the eyes of Don, a permanent bach dweller, who is the epitome of what it means to live in, and love New Zealand.
The young Australian has a background in conservation and environmental tourism, and has worked on conservation projects in China and Australia.
She has also filmed wildlife in Southeast Asia, China, Australia and New Zealand.
To celebrate its February 2011 launch, BBC Knowledge New Zealand sought five true stories which reflected the essence of the channel - intelligent, informative, innovative and sometimes irreverent.
New Zealand factual producers under the age of 30 were invited to submit concepts for five short-form grants of $5000 each.
The films will have their television premieres on BBC Knowledge New Zealand later this year, with a further screening in Australia to follow.
