Based upon the novels by Western Australian author Tim Winton, the series revolves around 12-year-old Lockie Leonard, a surf rat whose family moves to the most remote town on Earth, Angelus. Lockie's convinced that this is a total disaster. He has no friends, a new school, and a house that is truly in danger of disappearing into a swamp. But then Lockie spots the one thing that makes it all okay. This weird little town has the best surf he has ever seen.
Teaching resources prepared by Australian Children's Television Foundation.
Further Reference:
The Ladder of Love
Sydney
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Essential Viewing
Nine Network
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2007
Z1438666
2007
single work
film/TV
'Lockie and Vicki are back on. And unlike before, Lockie takes the public attention in his stride.'
Source: Australian Television Information Archive. (Sighted: 22/5/2014)
Sydney : Essential Viewing Nine Network , 2007
Joy to the World
Australia
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Essential Viewing
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2007
Z1855150
2007
single work
film/TV
'It's the last day of school and Vicki drops a bombshell: she won't be coming back to Angelus High next year. In fact, she's leaving Angelus altogether to go to boarding school. The Leonard family awaits Mum's return from hospital in time for Christmas, Phillip's nightmare nears an end, and volunteers lineup to help Rev Egg put on his Christmas Rock Opera.' (Australian Television Information Archive record)
Australia
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Essential Viewing
,
2007
Crimes of the Heartless
Sydney
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Nine Network
Essential Viewing
,
2010
Z1709708
2010
single work
film/TV
'According to Sarge, the worst crime of all is heartlessness — when you know your actions will hurt others but you do it anyway. Mr Streeton, it would seem, is the king of heartlessness, if building a retirement home in the swamp is any indication. Mr Streeton's blunt assessment of Sarge's world- view causes Sarge to reassess himself. His introspection spirals to despair when it appears Mum's wedding ring has been stolen. However, the final blow comes when Lockie admits to Sarge that he is the town's biggest criminal — he knowingly broke Mel's heart. Lockie's heartlessness, Phillip's growing frustration with the science faculty, and a surprise job offer for Mum cause the Leonards to question if they belong in Angelus anymore. Blob, however, has other ideas' ('Crimes of the Heartless' Australian Television Information Archive).
Sydney : Nine Network Essential Viewing , 2010'Due to the COVID-19 extended lockdowns this year, as well as greater accessibility on streaming services, many adults have been returning to their childhoods via nostalgic kids’ TV viewing.' (Introduction)
'Due to the COVID-19 extended lockdowns this year, as well as greater accessibility on streaming services, many adults have been returning to their childhoods via nostalgic kids’ TV viewing.' (Introduction)
