ACTF Digital Downloads: Our Top 10 Education Titles
Over the past 18 months, the ACTF completed the digitisation of our rich library of children's series and films, making all titles available to schools as digital downloads. When reviewing the most downloaded education titles over the past year, we found a surprising mix of older and new content.
Why Do Teachers Love Australian Kids' TV?
Having read hundreds of submissions to the ‘Supporting Australian Stories' review of our screen sector, ACTF CEO Jenny Buckland noted the considerable support shown by educators for local children's content.
Your Chance to Interview The Unlisted Cast and Creator
On Thursday 27 August, the ACTF will host a live Q&A webinar with Justine Flynn (creator of The Unlisted), and actors Miah Madden, Ved Rao, and Vrund Rao. What do you and your students want to know about this thrilling drama series?
What's On TV? Monday 3 August – Sunday 9 August
Never miss a moment of your favourite Australian children's television series. See what's on free-to-air and pay TV this week.
Hardball Bounces into the UK
Australia's favourite handball team is heading to the UK, with the BBC acquiring UK rights to the award-winning comedy series Hardball for screening on its children's channel CBBC.
Thalu's Soundtrack Released Worldwide
The original television soundtrack composed by Ned Beckley and Josh Hogan, including the Thalu theme song, is now available.
What's On TV? Monday 27 July – Sunday 2 August
Never miss a moment of your favourite Australian children's television series. See what's on free-to-air and pay TV this week.
Register Your Class for The Unlisted Creator and Cast Webinar
Upper primary and secondary students are invited to participate in our live The Unlisted Creator & Cast Webinar with director and executive producer Justine Flynn and cast members Miah Madden Ved Rao and Vrund Rao on August 27.
Judging Commenced for the 2020 My Place Competition
Presented in partnership between ALEA (Australian Literacy Educators' Association) and the ACTF, this year's My Place Competition received a record 3200 entries from young writers across the country.
ACTF Resources for Remote Learning
With remote learning recommencing in parts of Victoria, many educators and families are seeking content and resources to support learning at home. The ACTF recommends the following free and low-cost resources for children of all ages.