As children move into the complex years comprising late primary school and adolescence, the stories they engage with matter deeply. The following five series respect children’s intelligence and maturity and provide a safe framework for exploring big ideas like friendship, grief, ambition, and belonging.

The ACTF has issued a call to action in its submission to the National Cultural Policy consultation. At a time when online platforms and algorithms are reshaping how children experience culture, stories and one another, the policy must put children and young people at its centre.

At our school, we are always looking for powerful ways to build knowledge and engage students with texts that reflect authentic Australian stories and perspectives. This term, the Barrumbi Kids television series and its accompanying resources have provided exactly that.

May 17 is IDAHOBIT day - International Day against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism and Transphobia. In today’s complex media landscape, positive and diverse representations of the LGBTQIA+ community have never been more important for LGBTQIA+ youth.

The story that the ABC “fluffed the deal” for Bluey covers up the truth that broadcasters never want to pay what it costs to make children’s television. It is never valued at its true worth.

Inspired by Shaun Tan’s extraordinary storytelling worlds, the ACTF's resource - centred around the new television series - gives teachers flexible, curriculum-aligned ways to explore visual storytelling, critical thinking, creativity and emotional literacy.