The vital role of children’s television in the Australian screen ecosystem


Most of us understand why locally produced children’s television is valuable for its audience. But what is talked about less often is the vital role it plays in Australia’s screen ecosystem as a training ground for emerging actors and creatives.

Jenny Buckland

Classroom politics: Teaching kids about Civics through Aussie TV


Understanding why and how we all play a part in our democratic society is an integral part of the education ecosystem. One way to engage Australian school children in civics and citizenship is to explore the subject through relevant screen content.

Maggie Orr