IMDB and Wikipedia are Wrong: Round The Twist did NOT Premiere 30 Years Ago this April
A whole year off the mark, how is it that the Internet has got Round The Twist's 30-year anniversary so wrong — and why can no one remember when this iconic program went to air? It’s because in Australia, Round The Twist was buried. Here’s the story behind it.
Kids' TV: A Force for Good
"I've been struck by how much consideration the kids' industry gives to being a force for good." The ACTF's Legal Manager Chris Tompkins reflects on his experience of #Kidscreen19.
Mustangs FC Kicks Goals for Gender Equality
This International Women's Day, we're focusing on Mustangs FC - a great example of the positive impact that the media can have in representing the audience, encouraging equality and championing change.
How Child Stars Use Kids' TV to Fast-track Their Careers
You could be forgiven for thinking Australia’s biggest export is iron ore, wheat or meat – and in dollar terms, you’d be right. But how do you put a price cultural exports? Particularly, our nation’s stunning wealth of local talent. Children’s TV is just the beginning for many of our leading lights.
Nikolai Nikolaeff's Journey from Kids' TV to the International Stage
Crash Zone’s Nikolai Nikolaeff revisits the world of OzKidsTV and tells us how kids' TV kick-started his international career. “It’s a cultural treasure, this place… kids around the world need content like this to learn to interact with each other and to develop as people. I think it’s really important.”
Why Is Australian Children’s Content So Important?
Although Australian children’s television is the most vulnerable form of Australian content, it has the best story to tell and provides the greatest public benefit. Here’s why Australian children’s television is so important.
Embark on a TV-Inspired Adventure These School Holidays
You’ll be surprised how much movie magic you can find in your own backyard.