What’s On TV? Monday 12 February – Sunday 18 February
Never miss a moment of your favourite Australian children’s television series. Visit our guide for more information about what’s on free-to-air and pay TV.
MONDAY: Waabiny Time – Series 1, 3PM on NITV
Episode 7
Country and Directions
In Noongar Boodgar, Noongar Country there's so much to see. Wano, this way the djet, the flowers and ali bidi, that way you can see the boorn, the trees. Moorditj!
Also catch: Balloon Barnyard (Double Episode), 2.28PM and 2.36PM on Disney Junior.
TUESDAY: WAC (World Animal Championships), 9.06AM on ABC ME
Episode 7
Most Destructive
Get ready for some earth-shaking action as Ambo, Scotty and Sir Reg brace themselves to tackle some of the most destructive animals on our planet.
Also catch: Balloon Barnyard (Double Episode), 2.28PM and 2.36PM on Disney Junior; Waabiny Time – Series 1, 3PM on NITV.
WEDNESDAY: My Place – Series 2, 11.30AM on ABC ME
Episode 2
1868: Minna
Minna lives with strict, German-born parents, who privately hope their young daughter’s friendship with the well-to-do Owen children - Toby, Harold and Adelaide - will do her some good. Minna’s parents have no clue what these kids get up to when they’re on their own. Their favourite game is seeing who can scare the others the most. But, when the Owens blame Minna for a disaster caused by their own children, she decides to give them the fright of their life. Unwisely, Minna helps herself to her friend Leck’s beloved magic lantern to carry out her revenge, and soon she is in more trouble than ever.
Also catch: WAC (World Animal Championships), 9.06AM on ABC ME; Balloon Barnyard (Double Episode), 10.58AM & 11.06AM on Disney Junior and Waabiny Time – Series 1, 3PM on NITV.
THURSDAY: WAC (World Animal Championships), 9.06AM on ABC ME
Episode 9
Funniest
Join Ambo, Scotty and Sir Reg for some side-splitting antics, as they encounter the most hilarious and talented animals on our planet.
Also catch: Balloon Barnyard (Triple Episode), 10.58AM, 11.06AM and 2.36PM on Disney Junior and Waabiny Time – Series 1, 3PM on NITV.
FRIDAY: Waabiny Time – Series 1, 3PM on NITV
Episode 9
Day and Night
Kedala, day-time for the ngaangk, the sun and kedalak, night-time is when the miyak the moon comes out.
Also catch: WAC (World Animal Championships), 9.06AM on ABC ME; Lockie Leonard – Series 2, 10AM on ABC ME and Balloon Barnyard (Triple Episode), 10.58AM, 11.06AM and 2.36PM on Disney Junior.
SATURDAY: Hoopla Doopla! (Mandarin Episodes) on ABC iView
In the town of Hoopla, live six extraordinary characters - each with their own amazing physical skill.
Mimi runs the café and looks after everyone in town while juggling muffins and milkshakes; Ziggy, the shop keeper, does magic tricks which go in surprising directions; Zap, the town messenger, delivers packages in the most acrobatic manner possible; Bop, Mr Fix-It is able to lift almost anything; flexible Squidgie looks after the town garden and can often be found inside a pot-plant, and finally Jango, the street sweeper, is always playing tricks and causing mischief.
SUNDAY: Wacky World Beaters on ABC iView
Wacky World Beaters is a kids factual series featuring two highly-competitive, slightly zany hosts, who set off on a global discovery tour of wacky competitions.
Their mission? To find the world’s ultimate wacky sport! In this hilarious, action-packed series, Amberley and Gilly compete against the world’s best - and each other - while uncovering amazing people, culture and history wherever they go.
See also:
March 27th 2025
Tales from Outer Suburbia adaptation to screen at prestigious Annecy Festival
The television adaptation of Shaun Tan’s bestselling illustrated anthology Tales from Outer Suburbia has been selected to screen at the Annecy Animated Film Festival in France, which celebrates the best of international animation.
March 26th 2025
Puppetry meets politics on the set of Knee High Spies
The Victorian Minister for Creative Industries, Colin Brooks, recently went behind-the-scenes on the upcoming children’s series Knee High Spies, currently being produced in Melbourne by Werner Film Productions (Dance Academy, The Newsreader) for the ABC.
March 24th 2025
Space Nova S2 to launch onto screens this April
The animated adventure series Space Nova returns for a second season next month, premiering on ABC iview on Thursday 24 April.
March 24th 2025
Aussie kids’ content recognised with Rockie Award nominations
Preschool animation Eddie’s Lil’ Homies and family feature film Windcatcher have been recognised for their excellence with nominations in the prestigious 2025 Banff World Media Festival Rockie Awards.
March 3rd 2025
Screen stories to share with your class for International Women’s Day
International Women’s Day celebrates the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. These screen stories about change-making Australian girls and women will help primary and secondary teachers explore this year’s theme: Accelerate Action.