What’s On TV? Monday 6 May – Sunday 12 May
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: Nowhere Boys – Series 1, 9.01AM on ABC ME
Episode 6
The boys salvage junk for their makeshift abode, as the demonic force regains its strength.
Also catch: Hoopla Doopla! 10.28AM on ABC2; Waabiny Time – Series 1, 3.00PM on NITV and Bushwhacked! – Series 1, 3.54PM on NITV.
TUESDAY: Hoopla Doopla! 10.28AM on ABC2
Episode 8
Squidgie's Day Off
Squidgie has a bad cold, and her sneezes and coughs sound like animal noises. Her friends think there are wild animals in her garden and try to rescue her.
Also catch: Nowhere Boys – Series 1, 9.01AM on ABC ME; Waabiny Time – Series 1, 3.00PM on NITV and Bushwhacked! 3.54PM on NITV.
WEDNESDAY: Waabiny Time – Series 1, 3.00PM on NITV
Episode 2
Colours and Numbers
Keny, Koodjal, Dambart-One, Two Three. Counting is moorditj And do you know the kala, the colours of the rainbow?
Also catch: Nowhere Boys, 9.01AM on ABC ME; Hoopla Doopla! 10.28AM on ABC2 and Bushwhacked! – Series 1, 3.54PM on NITV.
THURSDAY: Bushwhacked! – Series 1, 3.54PM on NITV
Episode 10
Penguins – Bruny Island, Tasmania
Starting from the highest peak on Australia’s most southern point, Brandon and Kayne jump on their mountain bikes and blast their way down Mt Wellington, outside of Hobart, as they start their search for the elusive Fairy Penguin. Abseiling, sea kayaking and a spot of surfing later, the boys come face-to-face with the mysterious, but very cute Fairy Penguin, while also meeting a rather unusual Albino Wallaby along the way.
Also catch: Nowhere Boys – Series 1, 9.01AM on ABC ME; Hoopla Doopla! 10.28AM on ABC2 and Waabiny Time – Series 1, 3.00PM on NITV.
FRIDAY: Lockie Leonard – Series 2, 10.00AM on ABC ME
Episode 18
Laugh with the Leonards
As if the failed kiss attempt wasn't embarrassing enough, Mel stays for the weekend, literally seeing Lockie's family in their underwear. Mum receives life-changing news, while a late night arrival intrigues Phillip.
Also catch: Nowhere Boys – Series 1, 9.01AM on ABC ME; Hoopla Doopla! 10.28AM on ABC2; Waabiny Time – Series 1, 3.00PM on NITV and Bushwhacked! – Series 1, 3.54PM on NITV.
SATURDAY: Mustangs FC – Series 1, 5.01PM on ABC ME
Episode 1
Goals
It’s the beginning of pre season for brand new all-girl soccer team, the Mustangs, and striker Marnie can’t wait to get started with her BFF, Liv. But the new team’s got problems. They have no uniforms, no dedicated change rooms, can barely field a team and their coach - Marnie’s mum, Jen - is clueless about the beautiful game. Things aren’t great at home for Marns either. Jen has got herself a new boyfriend - Kev - and Marnie is feeling the pain of sharing her space.
Also catch: Hoopla Doopla! 10.28AM on ABC2.
SUNDAY: Hardball, 10.16AM on ABC ME
Episode 1
Across the Ditch
When Mikey’s daddy scores a rugby league contract, he upends their lives in New Zealand, plonking them in Western Sydney. Mikey starts at his new school mid-term and at lunchtime on day one, discovers handball.
Also catch: Mustangs FC – Series 2, 9.51AM on ABC ME; Hoopla Doopla! 10.28AM on ABC2 and Mustangs FC – Series 1, 5.01PM on ABC ME.
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November 7th 2024
The ACTF publishes its 2023-24 Annual Report
The Australian Children’s Television Foundation invested or committed nearly $9.5 million in production funding during the 2023-24 financial year, as well as investing more than $380,000 in the development of 14 new projects.
November 7th 2024
Round The Twist The Musical to premiere next week
The world premiere of a new musical based on the iconic television series Round the Twist is just days away, with Round The Twist The Musical opening in Brisbane next week.
October 31st 2024
New research gives insight into the viewing habits of Aussie kids
New research shows Australian children struggle to find and identify locally made screen content among the flood of international options.
October 31st 2024
Windcatcher wins MIPCOM Diversify Award
The heartwarming family film Windcatcher has been recognised for its representation of diversity and inclusion with a MIPCOM Diversify TV Award.
October 7th 2024
Two beloved children’s TV classics hit the stage
A musical adaptation of Li’l Elvis Jones and the Truckstoppers will have its world premiere in Brisbane just weeks after Round The Twist The Musical wraps its first season in the same city.