New to the ACTF Shop: Thalu and Are You Tougher Than Your Ancestors?

The latest additions to the ACTF Shop include a fantasy series in which a group of Indigenous kids attempt to save their country from a mysterious dust cloud, and a living history series that pits kids against extraordinary children from the past.

Groundbreaking Series First Day Heads to the UK

The ACTF has secured a deal with UK public broadcaster BBC for children’s series First Day. The live action drama will broadcast on BBC’s children’s channel, CBBC. The ground-breaking drama series First Day follows transgender teen, Hannah Bradford’s first year of high school. Not only does Hannah have to navigate the challenges that come with starting a new school and new friendships, but also find the courage to live as her most authentic self. The new...

Hardball Set to Return for Series 2

Award-winning children's series, Hardball is set to proceed to a second season.

What's On TV? Monday 13 July – Sunday 19 July

Never miss a moment of your favourite Australian children's television series. See what's on free-to-air and pay TV this week.

And We're Off! MaveriX Gears Up for Production in 2021

The 10 x 30-minute episodes are set in the world of Motocross and feature a diverse group of teenagers driven to succeed in their chosen sport.

Little J and Big Cuz – Series 3 in Pre-Production

14 x 12-minute episodes by Ned Lander Media, Media World and Blue Rocket will be delivered to NITV and ABC Kids in 2021 for broadcast and catch up online.

What's On TV? Monday 29 June – Sunday 5 July

Never miss a moment of your favourite Australian children's television series. See what's on free-to-air and pay TV this week.

Our Top 5 Education Resources

Our latest numbers are in, showing the five most viewed ACTF support materials during Term Two. Could these popular teaching resources be used in your classroom next term?

Teaching Year 7-10 Media Arts? Download The Unlisted Teaching Toolkit

Our latest education resource supports secondary teachers in exploring the award-winning children's drama series, The Unlisted. It is a perfect inclusion for units on representations of people, culture and society, personal and social identity, diversity, family and abuse of power.

Final Call: My Place Competition Closes This Week

The 2020 My Place Competition is drawing to an end, with entries closing on Friday 26 June.