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72 Cutest Animals What is the cutest animal in the world?

Visually stunning and packed with scientific facts, 72 Cutest Animals is a countdown and an investigation of the cutest animals in the world.

From gorillas to bats and koalas to cats, this series uncovers the unusual characteristics that actually make an animal cute – and it’s more than just a pretty face!

With explanatory graphics and firsthand accounts from experts and every day animal lovers, each creature is fully assessed on its cuteness and ranked on a sliding scale to eventually nominate the cutest one in the world.

Showrunner Productions

HD 12 x 30’

Factual

HD 1 x 58’

Between a Frock and a Hard Place This is the story of how a low-budget Australian film – The Adventures of Priscilla Queen of the Desert – changed the course of history, loudly and proudly bringing a celebration of gay culture to the world that continues to resonate twenty years on.

Narrated by the original film’s star Terence Stamp, Between a Frock and a Hard Place is also a social history of gay culture in Australia. The program includes interviews with the key players – director Stephan Elliott, actors Terence Stamp, Guy Pearce, Hugo Weaving, the film’s creative team, drag artists and members of the gay community.

“Rather marvellous ..” Sydney Morning Herald

“...often touching and always entertaining.” Graeme Blundell, Weekend Australian

Jungleboys FTV

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Photography: Elise Lockwood © Latent Image Productions Pty Ltd

Princess Pictures

HD 1 x 60’

The Graceland Happiness Project In The Graceland Happiness Project, former Australian Big Brother contestants, Tim Dormer and Ben Zabel, take the trip of a lifetime. When Tim won Big Brother, he promised to take his friend Ben to Graceland, the home of his childhood idol Elvis Presley. What began as a holiday turned into a rescue mission to help Ben find a new lease on life after his ongoing struggle with depression came to a head with an attempted suicide.

Tim and Ben’s journey to Memphis is a search for happiness, exploring everything from celebrity to civil rights, religion, music history and most importantly the power of friendship.

The Graceland Happiness Project explores the complexity of having depression and also being the friend of someone who is suffering from mental illness. As polar opposites, Tim and Ben have their own ideas on how to solve this problem. Their authentic raw chemistry provides genuinely heart-warming moments of friendship – equal amounts of tears and laughs.

Factual

HD 3 x 43’

WildBear & Making Movies

Beneath New Zealand A visually sumptuous exploration on why this beautiful land is so dynamic and ever-changing.

Enhanced by stunning CGI and high on interesting ‘takeaway’ science, this series takes an expert guided journey across New Zealand’s two islands, uncovering the scientific facts about its evolving landscape.

Famous for its breathtaking scenery New Zealand is also steeped in Maori mythology – and along the way there are detours into fascinating legends about the natural environment.

The series investigates its early geological formation, its major earthquakes, sheer mountains, cave systems and famous volcanic eruptions.

Beneath New Zealand is a compelling combination of science and mythology and a sumptuous exploration of this beautiful and volatile land.

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Northern Pictures

HD Series 1: 3 x 57’, Series 2: 3 x 57’

Changing MindsBrave, raw and sometimes funny, Changing Minds goes inside the locked wards of a mental health unit in a busy metropolitan hospital following patients as they, with the help of the staff, work towards regaining their health.

Until now, what actually happens inside a modern mental health unit has rarely, if ever, been seen. As a result, fear, stigma and lack of understanding exists.

In Changing Minds taboos and stigmas are challenged as the personal stories of patients, their families and staff are explored, providing insight into the complex, emotional and often difficult experiences of mental illness.

Series 2 coming soon.

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Life in RuinsMany old historic buildings lie forgotten and neglected in the countryside, tangled up by red tape and development restrictions, or just slowly mouldering into decay on the landscape.

Filmed over two years, Life in Ruins watches as seven of these wonderful old buildings – from Georgian mansions to colonial pug and pine huts – are transformed by people committed to the daunting task of restoring heritage ruins. Through spiralling budgets, confusing bureaucracy, the stresses and strains of living and working in old structures, none of these projects is an easy ride.

Host, international interior designer and stylist, Sibella Court, follows the process, showcasing the lives of these people as they strive to restore their heritage buildings. Through her eyes we gain an insight into the heritage skills required to both restore the houses and retain the heritage features.

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Australian Broadcasting Corporation

HD 7 x 57’ FORMAT

1 x 30’

From Daddy’s TummyAJ Kearns describes himself as just an ordinary father living in the suburbs with his two children. But there are many who would disagree.

Born into a conservative Pentecostal family, AJ spent the first 35 years of his life as a woman. As a teenager Vicki-Anne thought she was gay and attended controversial church-based conversion therapy in the hope of becoming heterosexual.

After years of struggle AJ realised that he was a man and went on to create a family with his partner. But he then took the surprising step of postponing his physical transition to become pregnant.

This is the story of AJ and his family – and showcases a stunning photographic record by Melbourne artist Alison Bennett of his physical transition from female to male.

Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Factual

28’ ongoing series

One Plus OneOne Plus One is an interview program presented by Jane Hutcheon, with each episode featuring face-to-face interviews with celebrities from around the world.

Jane and a team of contributors bring engaging conversations with popular personalities to the series, including newsmakers, provocative thinkers, personalities, writers and performers. These candid discussions offer an insightful glimpse into the lives and aspirations of some of the most influential people of our time.

Guests include: American singer-songwriter, musician, DJ, Moby; renowned English comedian, Jennifer Saunders (Absolutely Fabulous); American rock singer, Suzi Quatro; Canadian academic, science broadcaster and environmental activist, David Suzuki; English actress and singer, Patricia Routledge; English actor, Alan Rickman; American comedian, actor, screenwriter, producer, and director, Chris Rock; English stand-up comedian, actor and writer, Eddie Izzard; British-based chef, cookery writer and restaurant owner, Yotam Ottolenghi; English comedian, musician, actor, TV and radio presenter and author, Bill Bailey and many more.

Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Factual

HD 30 x 4’

Emma!Every day is a bowtiful day when it’s spent singing and dancing with Emma!

In Emma Wiggle’s first TV series she invites the audience into her special bow room where every day holds a new adventure. It could be anything from signing the alphabet to dressing up or, of course, dancing beautiful ballet. And not to mention, plenty of Wiggly songs.

One thing’s for sure, when you’re spending time with Emma you’re in for a wiggle-tastic time.

So grab your tutu and get your dancing feet ready to join the effervescent singing, dancing, drum playing, French speaking, bow wearing yellow Wiggle, Emma!

Children’s

Preschool

Hoot Hoot Go!Hoot, Hootabelle and Hootly are best friends, living together in the Land of Giggle and Hoot.

Whenever someone needs help, the Owl Pals come together to solve the problem!

They love playing in their Button Tree, going on The Night Watch flight to make sure all in the land are safe and sound, having pirate adventures with Pirate Hootbeard, visiting Hootaluna on the moon, as well as Giggle Fangs in his Batty Lair.

Whether on The Night Watch or at play, when something goes wrong, no problem is too big or too small for the Owl Pals – Hoot Hoot Go!

A heart-warming, live action puppetry and animation series, promoting teamwork, collaboration and friendship – based on ABC KIDS flagship property Giggle and Hoot.

Children’s

Australian Broadcasting Corporation

HD 26 x 5’ Preschool FORMAT

Dorothy the Dinosaur Series 1: 26 x 7’, Series 2: 26 x 7’, Series 3: 52 x 7’

Visit Dorothy the Dinosaur and enjoy a very special audience with an all-time favourite Wiggles character. All her old friends will be there – including Wags the Dog, Henry the Octopus and Captain Feathersword. And lots of new friends too – including four dancing fairies and Dominic and his Rosy Orchestra, playing live music, in the garden. So make it a date and bring your dancing shoes, for a story, a song and a cup of Rosy Tea with Dorothy the Dinosaur.

The Kingdom of Paramithi 52 x 7’ or 30 x 30’

The Kingdom of Paramithi is full of adventure stories drawn from a rich tradition of folk tales and music. There is a King and a Queen and a host of colourful characters who are passionate about putting on a show. The series incorporates musical performance, dance, comedy and charismatic characters.

Baby Antonio’s Circus 39 x 3’

Each episode features Baby Antonio and his young friends who perform in his circus. The grown up circus performers observe what Baby Antonio and his friends do and try to replicate their actions. Whether it’s jumping on the trampoline, playing with balls, spinning plates or performing on the trapeze, Baby Antonio’s Circus is always a lot of fun! So roll up, roll up, take a seat and enjoy the circus!

Children’s

Preschool

Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Play School AdventuresFrom the team behind Australia’s much loved preschool series, Play School on ABC KIDS. Each series focuses on an overarching theme which is explored by a favourite character as they go on adventures accompanied by friendly Play School hosts.

Little Ted’s Big Adventure 20 x 3’ HD

Follow the adventures of Little Ted as he sets out to explore the world using things that move such as a sea-plane, a train, a boat, a horse and carriage, a bus, and a helicopter.

Jemima’s Big Adventure 10 x 3’ HD

Get swept away with Jemima as she is invited on fun-filled play dates exploring the imagination of preschoolers, including pirates, fairies, circuses, jungles, queens, dragons and dinosaurs.

Big Ted’s Big Adventure 20 x 4’ HD

Get ready as Big Ted ventures into the Animal Kingdom to get up close with some of the most treasured animals for preschoolers. Big Ted learns about animals and adds their photo to his photo album.

Humpty’s Big Adventure 16 x 4’ HD

Get active as Humpty sets out to try many different sports such as skateboarding, tennis, soccer, gymnastics, ballet, cricket and yoga.

Children’s

Preschool

Bobbie The BearA delightful live action animated interstitial series following the adventures of Bobbie, a lovely lavender bear and his farm friends.

Bobbie is a very cute, resourceful and inquisitive bear who solves any problem that comes his way.

Set on a stunning lavender farm, Bobbie and his friends – including a Tasmanian tiger, Tasmanian devil, owl, bug and bees – explore the world around them.

Together they go to the beach, hike in the forest, ride a tractor, and enjoy a spot of fishing, having fun-filled adventures along the way.

Children’s

Lavender Bear Productions

HD 10 x 3’ Preschool

My Great Big AdventureAn important resource for tweens and young teens aged 10-14, My Great Big Adventure aims to help younger people deal with challenging situations.

By tackling important issues in a light-hearted and positive way, it provides them with a roadmap for their big adventure through adolescence to adulthood.

Kids tell their own stories, share their experiences and offer advice on bullying, family friction, technology, friendship, stress, winning and losing, body image, happiness, identity and disability in a way that empowers and engages kids.

My Great Big Adventure reinforces the idea that no matter how difficult things are, there’s always something one can do to make things better.

Children’s

Series 1: 10 x 20’, Series 2: 9 x 15’ + 1 x 30’ special

FORMAT

Series 1 – The Glorious Picture Company Series 2 – Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Let’s Get Inventin’ Series 6Kids have great imaginations, which is exactly what is needed in the wild world of invention.

Ever seen a Papernator? What about a human sized Zorb called the Power Ball, an H2O Bomb Blaster or a hamster powered toy bike?

In this new series of the Emmy-nominated Let’s Get Inventin’ here’s the chance to see brilliant inventions made by kids and tested by kids.

The multi-award winning series reveals that young people can not only play the game but they can invent, design, and build the entire game itself. It proves to children that they themselves can create the rules and the adult world will follow.

Also available: Series 1: 26 x 22’ Series 2: 26 x 22’ Series 3: 10 x 22’ Series 4: 9 x 22’ HD Series 5: 10 x 22’ HD

Children’s

Series 6: 10 x 22’HD 8-14 years FORMAT

Series 1 - 2 – Televison Spaceman Series 3 - 6 – Luke Nola & Friends

BespokeBespoke is an engaging, amusing, irreverent but thought provoking look at the return and rise of the handmade, the locally produced, the small scale and the artisanal.

Writer and presenter Marcus Westbury takes us on a journey from the lovingly crafted to cutting edge technology – from artisanal jewellers and wood-turners to craft distillers and 3D printers, from around the globe – to answer the questions of who is making, why are so many of us making, who is buying and is it here to stay?

Is it an old arts and crafts movement in hipster clothing? A passing fad? A middle class indulgence? Or is it a new response to profound cultural shifts and changes in technology that has the potential to remake our cities, our economies and our communities from the top down and the bottom up?

Arts and Music

Bespoke Films

HD 3 x 27’

Aida on Sydney HarbourIn a spectacular Egyptian setting, Aida, which centres on an epic love triangle, is one of Verdi’s most famous operas.

Egypt needs a hero to lead their army, and the High Priest has chosen Radamès. Through victory in battle, he hopes to win the hand of the beautiful slave girl Aida – handmaiden to the princess Amneris, and secretly, an Ethiopian princess. Aida is torn between her love for the Egyptian hero and her despair for the country he must march against – her homeland. And the Princess Amneris, who also desires Radamès, is beginning to have suspicions that her hero might prefer her slave.

Aida is an assault on the senses; the stunning backdrop of Sydney’s skyline and beautiful harbour, stars, a crescent moon and the glittering kaleidoscope spectacle on the stage – from the giant bust of Nefertiti to the striking costumes, live camels and a spectacular fireworks display.

Arts and Music

Opera Australia

HD 1 x 141’

The Ex-PMAs Prime Minister, Andrew Dugdale (Shaun Micallef) mattered. He dined with presidents and kings, hosted world summits and changed the lives of millions of his fellow Australians.

But now he’s retired; a not-so-elder statesman with time on his hands to ponder the question – was it all worth it? Not that he’s asking of course. No, his inquisitive and over enthusiastic ghostwriter Ellen has an unhelpfully insatiable appetite for the truth.

After the advance for his memoirs is spent, but writing nothing in return, Dugdale must accept Ellen into his dysfunctional household which includes a wife in name only, a grown up daughter with father issues plus her son, his chief of staff who knows where the bodies are buried, and a chauffeur who spends most of his time scraping egg off the ex-PM’s car.

So begins a comic tango between truth and spin as Ellen and Dugdale take to the dance floor.

Comedy

CJZ

HD 6 x 27’

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